Chertan is a liveaboard operating in the stunning Papua New Guinea. Just 10 guests are accommodated in 5 cabins - making it perfect for families or small groups. The Executive room sleeps 3 people and has an en suite bathroom. The two Middle Deluxe cabins have 2 single beds, toilet and sink. The 2 Standard Base cabins have 2 single beds and share toilets and showers with the boat bathrooms. The stylishly wooden panelled lounge and dining room has seating area, bar and TV for looking at the days photos. Papua New Guinea is a remote diving paradise. This large archipelago of islands is ideal for the more experienced diver looking to try something new. At sites like Wahoo Point and Cobb's Cliff you can encounter large pelagic species such as hammerhead sharks, manta rays, whale sharks, Minke whales and orcas. The macro life is also world famous with plenty to see on muck dives in locations like Sponge Heaven and Little China: nudibranch, ghost pipefish, shrimp and cephalopod galore!

Diving

• DIN Adaptors
• Nitrox available
• Rinse hosts
• Dive deck
• Tenders for diving

Languages Spoken

• English

Boat facilities

• Leisure Deck
• Shaded diving deck
• Camera Station
• Daily housekeeping
• Audio & video entertainment
• Library
• Aircon Cabins
• Sun Deck
• Indoor Saloon
• Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
• Warm Water Showers
• Photography Station
• Outdoor Dining
• Separate rinse for u/w camera
• Camera room with table and charging point
• Custom built for diving
• Charging stations
• En-Suite bathrooms

Onboard payments

• Visa
• Mastercard
• USD
• EUR
• GBP

• Western Food
• Local Food
• Vegetarian Options
• Buffet style
• Beer available
• Selection of wines
• Fine Cuisine
• Snacks All Day

If you have specific diet requests you can add this to your special requests on step 2 of the booking form. We advise limiting these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies. The liveaboard serves great food and you will be hungry after a full day of diving!

• Nitrox tank
• Regulator
• BCD
• Dive Computer

There is diving gear available to rent on this boat. Please provide your rental needs on the booking form. You will need to pay for the rental gear on board of the boat. Show prices

Booking process

Select a dive itinerary that suits your date preferencs and a cabin of your choice and enter your personal information. Submit the booking request. Once the booking is processed, you will receive an email notification with all booking details conveniently laid out in PDF.

Payment and cancellation

• More than 60 days out = 75 % refund
• Less than 60 days out = no refund

Included

VAT, Airport Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels.

Required Extras

Chamber Fees (25 USD per day).

Optional Extras

Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Nitrox, Rental Gear.