Join us for a magical dive trip to the word famous TRUK LAGOON
TOUR INCLUDES:
*Return International Flights ex Cairns to Truk with Continental Airlines
*6 Nights Twin Share Accomodation at Blue Lagoon Resort until the 21st
*Return airport transfer
*10 Dive Package with use of tanks, weights and dive guide. Based on 2 dive per day.
*Welcome drink upon check-in
*Nightly Movies
*Use of Kayak
*One Extra Dive
*Snorkel between dives
*Island history session
*Dive Locker
*Safety deposit box
*Complimentary lunch on the last day of diving. (Provided by the dive shop)
*Blue Lagoon Resort - Truk Lagoon Dive Permit Annual Diving Permit
*1 Night at Cairns Colonial Club 21-Oct-10 to 22-Oct-10
*Australian Departure Taxes
*DVD of your trip
*Tour T Shirt
To secure a booking a $600 deposit per person is required
ALL TRAVELLORS MUST FIND THEIR OWN WAY TO AND FROM CAIRNS
ABOUT TRUK
Chuuk Atoll, (also Known as Truk) in the Caroline Islands is infamous for its giant lagoon. The lagoon is the final resting place for more than 100 ships, planes and submarines - the legacy of a fierce World War II battle between the Imperial Japanese Fleet and Allied carrier planes. The lagoon has been declared an underwater museum. Souvenir taking of relics from the area are prohibited by law.
Nowhere else in the world are there so many wrecks in close proximity, situated in shallow clear water. Many of the wrecks are visible while snorkelling and there are many on-shore wartime locations to visit.
The majority of the wrecks lie off DubIon, Eten, Fefan and Uman Islands and represent the largest naval loss in history. Their cargoes of tanks, trucks, airplanes, mines, bombs, machine gun bullets and thousands of other artefacts including beautiful china are there still to be explored.
The warm, tropical waters and prolific marine life has transformed the wrecks into artificial reefs and beautiful coral gardens. The main island of Weno (formerly Moen) is the capital and commercial centre. For the best views of the lagoon, climb the old Sapuk Lighthouse, built during the Japanese occupation.
There are many fascinating and historic sites to visit in and around Chuuk. Snorkel or scuba dive in this maritime museum, spend the night on a small island, go on a fishing expedition with experienced local guides, or simply relax on a sandy beach or rent a kayak to get a view of life in Chuuk.
Truk is indisputably a Diver's Mecca, suitable for both novice and experienced divers. The calm, clear, sheltered lagoon is one of the largest in the world and being relatively free of currents, providing safe, easy diving conditions.
Some of the most popular wrecks in Truk are:
Submarine 1-169: Lying on its port side in about 38 meters of water, it is 104.7m (343½ feet) long. During the April air raid the submarine submerged to avoid damage. Unfortunately the valves were not closed during this manoeuvre and the sub sunk.
Shinkoku Maru: One of the most colourful and spectacular dives. This vessel is well preserved. Small guns are mounted fore and aft. The ship is upright in about 38 metres of water, 12 metres to the top of the bridge and 20 meters to the main deck.
Susuki Maru: Destroyer, subchaser lying on its port side. Bow in 3 meters of water, stern with propellers in 15 meters. Gas masks and depth charges still scattered on the deck.
ABOUT THE ACCOMODATION
Accommodation: The resorts guest rooms all have individual balconies and features a tropic theme capturing the properties surrounding natural beauty. Each air-conditioned room has private facilities
Amenities: The hotel boasts an excellent restaurant and coffee shop. Located on the grounds of the Blue Lagoon Dive Resort is the local dive operator, Blue Lagoon Dive Centre. The dive shop is air-conditioned and provides sales, service & classes.
Activities: As scuba diving is the main activity in Truk, Blue Lagoon Dive Centre offers a fleet of fast dive boats and knowledgeable guides provide easy access to the wrecks and allows divers the freedom to dive in small, personal groups. For family members or friends who are non-divers, the World War II history filled island has taxi service and private tour buses that offer visits to historic and cultural sites. There are also kayak rentals available & the hotel can arrange visits to the distant atolls for snorkelling & fishing trips.
