Pacific Master
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Pacific Master, Micronesia (Truk Lagoon), Marshall Islands (Bikini Atoll)

4.9Excellent9 verified reviews
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2,695
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Nitrox availability supporting extended dive time
Spacious lounge and al fresco dining areas with fresh, buffet-style meals
Expansive dive deck with ample storage, rinse tanks, and camera setup facilities

The Pacific Master is a 36-meter yacht providing divers with a professionally tailored package in which to enjoy the undisturbed marine life of the Solomon Islands liveaboard. The ship has been custom-built for diving trips with no detail overlooked, formerly known as Taka, it's had quite the history of exploring top-rated dive sites. Boasting onboard facilities tailored to divers' needs for comfort and convenience, it remains sailing these breathtaking waters to this day. This is a yacht combining a skilled crew, an enthusiastic dive team, and attentive chefs for a memorable stay.

It comfortably takes aboard up to 20 guests in a range of different cabin options, all designed with comfort in mind. Options include a premium en-suite double cabin, five premium en-suite double/twin cabins, four standard single cabins, and two twin cabins sharing bathrooms. Each cabin features individual climate control and storage space to make the cabin space relaxed for guests to unwind between dives. These cabin configurations in varying shapes and sizes accommodate solo travelers, couples, and groups that facilitate a friendly onboard atmosphere that is social.

Spacious dive deck with effortless access to the diving sites, equipped with personal stations, generous storage, and dedicated diving camera equipment rinse tanks. Dedicated camera tables and separate charging areas meet the needs of photographers; Nitrox is available for those bottom-time extending dives well worth it in the unique dive sites. Freshwater showers on deck add a touch of convenience after each dive to further enhance your experience. The vessel’s itineraries include renowned dive locations such as Florida Islands, Russell Islands, and Marovo Lagoon, showcasing the diverse marine life and vibrant coral gardens of the Solomon Islands.

The social areas on board include a comfortable lounge and dining area where passengers can relax, with fresh meals being prepared for them. Onboard chefs enjoy introducing buffets of local and international flavors. The spacious sun deck is fitted with comfortable loungers from where you can soak in the views, making it an ideal space in which to share dive stories or simply relax between excursions

Cabins

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Standard Twin Cabin
Lower Deck
Standard Twin Cabin
2 Guests
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Classic Twin / Double Cabin
Upper Deck
Classic Twin / Double Cabin
2 Guests
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Standard Single Cabin
Lower Deck
Standard Single Cabin
1 Guest
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Classic Twin Cabin
Upper Deck
Classic Twin Cabin
2 Guests
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Premium Cabin
Upper Deck
Premium Cabin
2 Guests
Boat plan
Boat deck plan

Boat Specification

Year built / Renovation
2004
Number of cabins
12
Dive guides to divers ratio
6-7 : 1
Groups or charters
Yes
Gear rental
Surcharge
Wi-Fi
No
Nitrox
Surcharge
Fleet/Managing company
Master Liveaboards
Length and width
30 m / 8 m
Capacity
20
Tenders
3 x 25 HP Yamaha 5m
Material
Steel
Languages crew speak
English
Power plugs onboard
220V EUR Style
Engines
1800 HP MTU 2000 v12
Generator
2 x 150 KW Cummins
Tech diving friendly
No
Handicapped Friendly
No
Compressors
3 x Bauer M15

Dive Facilities

  • Warm Water Showers
  • Rebreather Support
  • Compressors
  • Rinse Hosts
  • Tenders for Diving
  • Dive Deck
  • DIN Adaptors

Boat navigation & safety

Full safety

Food & Drinks

  • Western Food
  • Local Food
  • Dietary Restrictions
  • Buffet Style
  • Alcoholic Beverages and Spirits
  • Hot & Cold Soft Drinks
  • Snacks All Day

Onboard Facilities

  • Laundry Service
  • Audio & Video Entertainment
  • Air Conditioned Saloon
  • Sun Deck
  • Sun Loungers
  • Open Air Saloon
  • Indoor Saloon
  • Bar

Photographer Facilities

  • Camera & Photography Station
  • Separate Rinsing Tanks for U/W Camera
  • Camera Table
  • Special Storage for U/W Camera
  • Charging Stations

Frequently Asked Questions About Pacific Master

Diving schedules for Truk Lagoon are generally set around the wrecks from World War II at depths that average 25-35 meters. Most wrecks can be dived by recreational divers; however, specific features may require advanced or technical certifications due to their deeper location. The lagoon also offers reef dives in channels where a variety of sharks and pelagic species can be seen

Recreational divers: PADI Advanced Open Water certification or equivalent with at least 50 logged dives. Deep Diver Specialty (40 meters) very highly recommended. Technical and rebreather divers must hold the appropriate certifications and suitable experience for the planned depth and type of diving. Certification must be proved on boarding and all guests must be covered by insurance that compensates for emergency evacuation and recompression chamber treatment

During WWII, Truk Lagoon was used as the major naval base where the action codenamed Operation Hailstone took place in 1944 and resulted in 51 ships and several aircraft getting sunk. These include Japanese military supply-carrying transport vessels and merchant vessels reinforced with anti-aircraft weapons; personal belongings and remains of lifelike things can be viewed inside the wrecks. While most wrecks are accessible to recreational divers, deeper sections may require advanced technical diving skills

Booster pumps for CCR cylinder fills are available for rebreather divers up to 165 bar/2300 psi and CO2 absorbent (Sofnolime) in 20kg tubs. It must be ordered in advance. Oxygen purity up to 93%, and helium is available for CCR divers only. All gas supplies are charged per fill, and Trimix is not available for open circuit divers.
Water Temperature and Exposure Suits
What protection is necessary for a dive in Truk Lagoon?
Water temperature varies from 28 to 30°C, or 82 to 86°F through the year. The ordinary tourist and sport diver should find protection in a 3mm suit, while the technical diver needs better protection, taking longer bottom times and making use of longer decompression times. A full-length suit will protect from possible contact with metal and wooden parts of wrecks

Bikini Atoll offers wrecks at an average depth of 50 meters, or 150 feet, and are for technical divers with prior experience. Itineraries will be oriented towards deep wrecks and are intended for divers with the required certifications and training only

All divers must have at least 100 logged dives and wreck diving experience. Open Circuit divers: TDI Advanced Nitrox and Decompression Procedures or equivalent. Rebreather divers: TDI CCR Air Diluent Decompression or CCR Helitrox Diver - 45 meters. Wreck penetration: proof of technical overhead environment training

Pacific Master Reviews

4.9
Excellent
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4.0
PNG Solomons Trip
It was my second trip in the TAKA. It is a basic boat but it suits me. Cabin to myself. Showers and toilets that worked. The food had improved greatly since my first trip and we were well catered for. The staff are friendly and efficient. Unfortunately the diving on this trip was a little disappointing.
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2022-02-19by N. David
5.0
excellent in all respects
Excellent in all respects.
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2020-03-23by B. Roger
5.0
Great to have a quality option in the Solomon Islands
4th trip to Solomon's and by far the best. Hesitant to book Master due to poor record with Siren Fleet but was very pleasantly surprised at the great trip. Adam and Carmen are the perfect Host/Manager pair and took us to awesome sites. In today's competitve world, do not understand rooms without ensuite facilities but it is clearly noted on the website. We had a wonderful room WITH ensuite. Dive deck tight but serviceable. Be prepared for wet landings via RIBS. Excellent mix of reefs, walls and WWII wrecks. Excellent food with great attention to special diets. Staff is warm, friendly, speak American and provide special attention throughout. Taka is a hardy boat but well appointed and feels safe in high seas. Would choose Master again, depending on room choices. This website has insufficient choices for number of logged dives -- currently 2,450 including 40+ live aboard trips.
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2019-07-25

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