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SS Thorfinn has become synonymous with Truk Lagoon's fantastic diving. For years this large vessel provides an excellent dive platform and comfort for up to 22 guests.

Truk Lagoon provides countless options for fantastic reef and wreck diving. You can't possibly see it all in a week.

Thorfinn with 58m length and 110 tons is a very stable vessel. Captain Lance, and a dedicated staff of 21 are keen to welcome you aboard this capable vessel and serve up the diving and vacation delights available here.

The guest lounge is equipped with modern CD/TV/Video systems, a large library; slide tables and a slide projector with screen.

Adjacent to the Galley are two separate dining lounges. The carpeted Sun deck has a partial canopy and comfortable lounge chairs. The 12-person ocean spa on C deck is a central meeting point between dives. The ships library has a very good selection of books about the wrecks.

Eleven tasteful cabins with every amenity accommodate 22 persons in double occupancy. Vanities, multi system TV/VCR's, indirect lighting, full length closets, queen sized beds with adjacent singles, bright carpeting with modern décor, and private facilities in most quarters.

Thorfinn provides each diver the opportunity to explore up to 30 different wrecks in 6 days of a regular week. Trips run every Saturday to Saturday.

Being on a live aboard, you are just within minutes at the most popular sites. Diving is conducted from four 24 ft twin-engined tenders transporting no more than 6 divers and their crew to each dive site. Six diver maximums assure an uncrowded, silt free wreck with most artefacts still in place over 56 years after the battle. Five different daily dive sites afford maximum selections and viewing of these coral encrusted wartime relics.

Features

Ten local dive staff assure good service with expert guide for each 6 person group.
Thorfinn does not attach to the sunken fleet, to avoid destruction of corals and fragile structures of battle damaged monuments. This ship moors to sand bottom beside the sites and employs sturdy and safe tender boats for diving purposes.
Four fast 24 ft. dive launches assure uncrowded silt free diving to four different simultaneous wrecks
Dive in compliance with Truk State Laws with accompanying licensed & experienced local guides taking you through each wreck site carefully and safely.
Valet system in boats for personal gear to each diver, and stowage post dive
Unrestricted depth air dives on computer non-deco basis, with 3 plateau 15 minute ascent guidelines
In/water gear removal and stowage by staff, assures easy boarding ladder access.
Hang tanks at 15 ft each dive, and extra air tank for contingencies on deeper dives. Nitrox blends for certified Nitrox divers at final ascent stops
Wreck penetrations on buddy principle with cautionary instructions
Fresh towels are immediately handed to guests on re-boarding dive launch
Two large 3 tiered camera service tables with air gun at each table
Sony TR 910 Hi 8 video rental in Sting Ray housing with lights
E6 slide processing lab
Large table top slide viewing box and Kodak Carousel type projector in lounge
Dual voltage 110 V and 208 V charging points in each room and tables
Sony Hi-8 playback unit at lounge TV
Valet system for cameras to & from dive deck

THORFINN Wreck Diving - 2009 Rates (per person)	7 Nights	Extention Nights
Sunrise SPECIAL (3 Nitrox tanks/day included*) The free EAN 32-36 is for three 12 ltr cyls /day as normal daily consumptions by regular users, with first AM dive usually beyond Nitrox limits.	US$ 2195	US$ 314
"Q" Surcharge port costs, room/meal taxes, fuel escalations above Y2002 benchmark, transfers to/from ship and airport, or chosen hotel. Subject to amendment as costs vary	~~US$ 345~~ Reduced to US $295	US$ TBA
Dive permit fee US$ 35 per person
Non-diver packages are on a space available basis per regular week USD$1195 pp/per week plus Q surcharges. Inclusions: 7 days/nights accommodations in double occupancy rooms 7 days diving during each week's visit WITH pro-rated daily extensions before or after a regular week, as may be available Up to 5 different uncrowded dives daily with just 6-7 persons per expert dive guide, ensuring safe wreck navigation and technical assistance Three free EAN 32-36 Nitrox daily fills. Optional blends up to 100% O2 on request Custom schedules for extended deep dives with double rigs, stage bottles, boat and personal guide available for 3 or more technical divers Valet system for personal dive gear storage and pre-dive preparation, including camera gear to and from boats to C-deck camera tables Complimentary soft drinks, coffee, tea and cocoa. Alcohol supplied at purchase cost, plus carriage fees. Pre-orders welcomed Airport or hotel greetings and transfers to ship with full onboard history, ship details, and dive safety briefings Final night onboard BBQ party with cultural dancing by select local crew members