From the historic seaside town on Kailua Kona, an exciting world underwater waits for you. The sites of west and south Kona extend past the range of day divers. Forget the world and say aloha to some of the islands best sites.., Paradise Pinnacle, Tubestria Tunnel, The Hive, Turtle Pinnacle and Robs Reef, to name but a few of the highlights. There's more than just manta to thrill in Hawaii The Kona Aggressor II is a 25m stable catamaran, that sleeps onto divers. There are 5 deluxe staerooms on the lower deck and 1 quad option on the upper deck. All have ensuite private toilet and shower, with safe, extra storage and individual climate controls. She is full certified by the U.S. Coast Guard. Hairdryers and towels are available on board. With a small group on board, Kona Aggressor II is a spacious liveaboard. She has a beautiful salon and dining area indoors,a large shaded sun deck, chaise lounges and deck chairs, bar, and grill upstairs. As all diving is done from the main boat, so the generous dive deck is perfectly designed, with gearing up space, rinse showers, camera tables, and nitrox facilities. Our divers love the comprehensive on board menus with Aggressor fleet. Famous for their mix of American dishes and local cuisine, the menu onboard is varied and plentiful. There's even a grill for BBQs. Great care is taken over the freshly prepared breakfasts, lunches and dinners and between dives there are plentiful snacks. As standard all soft drinks and a limited selection of local beer and wine is included. Don't skip the homemade desserts! You are on holiday after all.
Double bed (lower) and single bed (upper) bunk-style, private head and shower, hair dryer, port window, individual climate control and monitor with media player
Two sets of single bunk beds (upper and lower) bunk-style, private bathroom, hair dryer, window, individual climate control and monitor with media player
More than 20% of the Hawaiian reef fishes are found nowhere else in the world, including countless Butterfly fish and Angelfish. Other marine species include: Hawaiian Lionfish, Dolphin, Turtles, Mantas, Frogfish and Eels. Humpback Whales migrate through Hawaii November through February.
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International travel from the UK is prohibited until May 17th. Travel corridors are paused until this point. On April 12th the UK government will update the rules for travel in 2021. For British nationals, The Foreign & Commonwealth Development Office currently advises against all but essential international travel to the USA British nationals cannot enter the USA if they have been in the UK, Ireland, Schengen zone, Iran, Brazil or China within the previous 14 days HAWAII: Beginning October 15, 2020, residents and visitors may utilize pre-travel testing to avoid a mandatory 14-day quarantine when tested no earlier than 72 hours before their flight arrives. The state of Hawaii will only accept test results from trusted testing and travel partner facilities. The state government will not authorize test results from non-approved partners Travelers will need to set up an account and upload their results to travel.hawaii.gov before departing for their trip. It is recommended that travelers create their account and pre-enter as much information as possible before obtaining their test results. Please visit https://ets.hawaii.gov/travelhelp/ for more details. The Kona Aggressor will be able to resume operations when Hawaii’s Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR), Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation (DOBOR), removes their capacity limitation on the number of guests and staff able to travel on a commercial vessel. Updated 25th FEB 2021
Hawaii is actually made up of 8 distinct, major islands in the North Pacific and nearly 2000 miles from the nearest contient. They form part of the USA. They were formed by volcanic action, but today are famed for the beautiful beaches, inviting waters and tropical jungle.
International travel from the UK is prohibited until May 17th. Travel corridors are paused until this point. On April 12th the UK government will update the rules for travel in 2021. For British nationals, The Foreign & Commonwealth Development Office currently advises against all but essential international travel to the USA British nationals cannot enter the USA if they have been in the UK, Ireland, Schengen zone, Iran, Brazil or China within the previous 14 days HAWAII: Beginning October 15, 2020, residents and visitors may utilize pre-travel testing to avoid a mandatory 14-day quarantine when tested no earlier than 72 hours before their flight arrives. The state of Hawaii will only accept test results from trusted testing and travel partner facilities. The state government will not authorize test results from non-approved partners Travelers will need to set up an account and upload their results to travel.hawaii.gov before departing for their trip. It is recommended that travelers create their account and pre-enter as much information as possible before obtaining their test results. Please visit https://ets.hawaii.gov/travelhelp/ for more details. The Kona Aggressor will be able to resume operations when Hawaii’s Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR), Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation (DOBOR), removes their capacity limitation on the number of guests and staff able to travel on a commercial vessel. Updated 25th FEB 2021
Hawaii’s proximity to the equator means that the its weather is tropically warm and consistent throughout the year. Rainfall is usually overnight, rather than during the day. Hawaii’s weather is warm all year round with daytime high temperatures ranging from 78F in the “colder” months to 88F in the hotter months. Typically December, January and February are the coolest months, while July, August and September are the warmest months.
The most direct routes to Kona Hawaii are via LA or San Francisco. Flights depart regularly with most of the major American carriers, as well as BA and Virgin. We are able to book most major airlines. Please ask for a quote.
As you are flying through the States, why not add a night or few en route to break up the journey.
You must have a valid USA visa prior to travel. Most UK passport holders can apply using the ESTA system. Do ensure your passport has 6 months validity from your return date to prevent any issues with immigration. It is your responsibility to ensure your passport is valid and you fulfil entry requirements. Regulations can change: please review current FCO advice: click here
Scuba Travel requires all of our customers to have diving insurance. Please make sure that you have appropriate cover for your diving activities. We also strongly recommend you have travel insurance. It's worth taking out travel insurance once you have paid your deposit to ensure you are covered for unforeseen events and cancellation. Find out more about our combined dive and travel policy click here
Please speak to your local GP or check out the latest NHS advice on travel immunisations: click here
You will be able to manage your booking online once you have been ticketed (after you have paid your holiday balance). Most airlines will now enable you to select your seating at this point. There may be a small charge for prebookable seating before online check in opens. Please speak to the airline for more information about charges.
As you are flying with a scheduled airline, you will be able to check in online with your airline. Please visit their website for more information about when online check in opens.
An airport lounge is a great way to start your holiday or to while away flight connections in comfort. Scuba Travel works with Lounge Pass to offer a huge range of affordable airport lounges around the world click here
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On arrival please make your way through baggage claim and immigration. Local regulations mean that we are not able to prebook transfers, but taxi are easy to find outside the airport. Please check your onward address prior to travel. If you have any issues on arrival, please contact us. We have an emergency contact, manned by a member of the team here in the UK. Please call 0044 7747 488 002. We will be able to help your rep locate you in the airport.
Local regulations mean that we are not able to include transfers in the cost of your holiday. Taxis are widely available. Certain resorts offer car hire as part of your package. Full instructions will be in your travel documentation.
Disembarkation is after breakfast in the morning. You can leave your bags on board until your departure time for your flight. The crew will assist with a taxi, that needs to be paid for locally. You may be required to pay a departure tax leaving the island.
Crew gratuities are not included in the charter. Aggressor believe gratuities should be voluntary and based upon the quality of service the crew has provided. When settling your account on the final morning morning, the Captain will have an envelope for gratuities that will be divided equally among the crew.
The USD is the currency of Hawaii. The yacht will accept US dollars cash, mastercard or visa (credit card surcharge may apply).
There is a satellite phone onboard for emergency communication. Mobile phone coverage may be limited throughout the itinerary, depending on your carrier.
Electrical outlets onboard are standard US 110 volt
A full line of Aqua Lung rental gear is available aboard including regulators, BCs and dive computers.
Several diving specialty courses are offered onboard including Nitrox, Advanced Open Water, UW Photography, Master Diver and more.
There is a mini-boutique onboard with assorted t-shirts and miscellaneous items
Unlimited Nitrox is $100 per 7 night charter/ $150 per 10 night charter
A typical deposit for Kona Aggressor II will be £1500. This will be due once your holiday has been confirmed. Your balance will then be due 90 days before travel.
We accept mastercard and visa debit or credit cards. Alternatively, you are welcome to pay via bank transfer. All non sterling card payments and UK business debit cards will be subject to the 2% surcharge. Overseas bank transfers must add £6 to the sterling total to cover international handling fees. We are not able to accept PayPal transactions.
If you have booked as part of a group, you can still call and pay directly without needing to go via your group leader. Please have your trip reference number to hand to help us locate your holiday as quickly as possible. You will receive a transaction receipt - your group leader will forward your ATOL certificate and booking confirmation
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Kona's volcanic formation makes it a divers playground! Lava tunnels, fingers and coral bommies rise out fo the sea bad and draw in marine life from the smallest macro to great manta. Humpback whales migrate through on our winter months. Resident dol... MORE
Forget the world and say aloha to some of the islands best sites on the Kona Agressor II. From magical manta to marvellous macro, scuba divers can have it all in Hawaii
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