Itemata offers classic catamaran comfort. She's 18 meters (59 feet) and accommodates a maximum of 6 divers with all the space you need for comfortable lounging and diving.
A word from Dom : “For small groups with a minimum of 4 people, this is an exotic way to visit deliciously remote island groups. You’ll be charmed by your welcoming French-Canadian hosts … who not only are experts in this region but who speak several languages and provide a true home-away-from-home experience.” Dominick Macan
4 lower deck DOUBLE cabins
double bed & port windows
1 lower deck TWIN cabin
2 twin beds bunk style & port windows
Cabins have an en-suite toilet and shower, a large porthole window & storage space.
2 long dives per day … generally from the dive skiff
3rd dive or “sunset” dive may be possible
12 liter alu tanks (DIN & INT valves)
scuba gear rental (by advance request)
water temperature: 78 – 82F, 25 – 28C … 3mm wetsuit recommended
accommodation & diving
meals, snacks, soft drinks, water, tea & coffee
compressed air, tanks, weights & weight belts
airport transfers (included on Tuamotu & Marquesas trips)
shore visits within the program
international & domestic airfare
alcoholic beverages
scuba rental gear (by advance request)
airport transfers (may require an extra charge on special trips)
Itemata offers relaxed comfort & stability for diving the Tuamotus & Marquesas. Her tri-deck design offers adequate space for dining and lounging … plus diving facilities. The upper deck provides a small but ideal place to view the surrounding tropical island vistas, while the main deck provides a dining area at the stern and delicious sunbathing on the large trampolines located at the front. Cabins are functional and Itemata has been reconfigured to sleep 10 guests in 5 en-suite cabins with 220v electric current. Kayaks are available for your non-diving hours and there are many opportunities for shore visits and beach combing.
With French owners, there’s little need to say that meals will be important … and in this case very special. An article in Scuba Diving Magazine referred to Frederique’s cuisine as “to die for”. In addition, she is always happy to adapt to vegetarians, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary restrictions. Because these supplies are a bit of a challenge to secure in this island nation, a small additional fee may be asked for certain special items.
The diving can be challenging and Advanced Open Water certification or equivalent and at least 100 open water dives are recommended.
Take your international flight into and out of Fa’a’ International Airport in Papeete, Tahiti then fly to your destination with Air Tahiti Nui. For the Tuamotu cruises embarkation and disembarkation is from Fakarava, Rangiroa or Raroia. For private charters the itinerary can be tailored to your individual wishes and embarkation and disembarkation points are of your choice together with the Itemata captain’s approval.
For the Marquesas, embarkation and disembarkation are from Hiva Oa or Nuku Hiva depending on the program. Private charters can also be arranged in the Marquesas.
At the end of your cruise if you are not remaining in French Polynesia for additional nights after your cruise, please allow plenty of time for the transfer to the airport and check-in.
PROFESSIONAL CREWS
Captain
Diving Instructor
Diving assistant/dingy driver
Chef/Stewardess
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
oxygen delivery kit
15 hours of emergency oxygen
nearest decompression chamber at Papeete, Tahiti
MACHINERY
2 x 75CV Volvo motors
11Kva generator
water maker
2 x Bauer compressors
Itemata focuses on the Tuamotus & Rangiroa with occasional trips to the Marquesas custom itineraries are also offered on full charters. Cruises vary from 8-days to 16-days.
Highlights of these trips and an itinerary map
The final itinerary is, of course, always dependant upon weather, sea conditions and where the best animal sightings are at any particular time of year
FAKARAVA / THE TUAMOTUS: The underwater life found in the channels is abundant and varied … and in the lagoons, in particular, you’ll find some glorious corals. You will encounter huge schools of sharks (large concentrations of gray sharks, but also white tips, black ...
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