Gypsy, Philippines

Safety protocols are at the heart of routine operations. Oxygen cylinders are stored on both the dinghy and the mother ship. Safety gear consists of fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, first aid kits, and life jackets. Crew members work around the clock. Navigation and surveillance systems onboard consist of 3D depth finders and night vision cameras

Gypsy comes with advanced Seakeeper Gyro stabilizers, which have been developed to remove boat motion discomfort. They are high-performance stabilizers that significantly reduce rolling - by as much as 95% - even when subjected to waves as high as two meters. Their impact is particularly enjoyed when moored, when they ensure a stable and restful sleeping or relaxing area in between dives. This technology is especially beneficial for motion-sensitive passengers, as it allows for smoother cruising and less seasickness in varying sea conditions. The stabilizers are just one aspect of the ship's overall philosophy of comfort and safety, along with other navigation and monitoring systems designed to offer reliable operation in changing weather

Meal service includes light breakfast, full breakfast, lunch, afternoon snacks, and dinner. Cuisine varies daily and includes international tastes like Filipino, Thai, Japanese, Italian, and Swiss food. Plated meals and buffets are both available depending on the meal and day

Itineraries cover the major dive locations in the Philippines such as Tubbataha Reef, Malapascua, and Bohol. Ticao Island is also included and is famous for the manta bowl, which draws manta rays and whale sharks. The island is close to the Ticao Pass, which is a migration path for big pelagic species. Halea Nature Park provides reef shark spotting and an unusual coastal waterfall. Trips can also cover Moalboal, where there is the sardine run and the nearby Pescador Island with coral reefs, caves, and macro species such as frogfish