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Group Dive Travel
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Enjoy the world's finest diving with Island Dreams’ experienced divemasters and instructors. Our trips are designed for enjoyment, safety, and fun. Single diver?...no worries, we'll find you a dive buddy. A deposit of $500 per person guarantees your space; final payment is due 90 days prior to trip departure. You may pay with MasterCard, VISA, AMEX, DISCOVER, or check. Availability is limited. Please be advised that all dates of travel and prices are subject to change.
Island Dreams will schedule your place in the fun!
Welcome Aboard! -- Because of our dedication to service and quality, year after year our group tours sell out well in advance. With our 2019 group tours almost sold out, we are now actively selling spots on our group tours for 2020 and 2021 and beyond. These include the best of Indonesia, Micronesia, Fiji, The Philippines, Solomon Islands, Little Cayman, and more. So if you'd like to join in a exciting group conducted tour, with new friends, good fun, and great diving...don't miss the dive boat! Now is the time to act.
Sea of Cortez, Baja California, Mexico aboard M/V Valentina * * * * * October 26 - November 1, 2019
High Voltage Diving in the Sea of Cortez -- This liveaboard adventure in the Sea of Cortez sails from La Paz, and includes six nights aboard ship, with five days of diving. No hotel overnight will be necessary. M/V Valentina is 130-feet long, with all guest cabins on the main deck. Experience the cornucopia of life that is the Sea of Cortez...at the very best season for warm clear water and big animal encounters.
Group Details: Sea of Cortez Expedition, October 26 - November 1, 2019
** JUST ONE MERMAID - Due to a last-minute cancellation, we have one spot open for a female twin-share. Contact Island Dreams at 1-800-346-6116, or email the trip leader directly: Susan@divetrip.com
Explore Palau, Micronesia aboard S/Y Palau Siren * * * * * March 12-22, 2020 * Savings of $425 per diver
Best of Palau -- Situated between the Philippine Sea and northern Pacific Ocean, Palau is in the midst of the coral triangle. Lush green limestone islands are surrounded by crystal clear cobalt blue water and home to a dazzling array of marine life. Many well-traveled divers would consider Palau to be their most favorite Pacific dive destination. Diving in Palau by liveaboard yacht affords the avid diver the opportunity to explore the best of this island nation's diverse and spectacular dive sites.
$425 Discount: By booking a full boat charter, years in advance, Island Dreams provides you this cruise at $425 per person off Palau Siren's regular rate.
Group Details: Palau Liveaboard Adventure, March 12-22, 2020
ACT NOW -- Only one spot remains available, for a female twin-share. If you are interested in reserving your place on this liveaboard adventure, please contact us now.
Please phone toll free at 1-800-346-6116, or email: Susan@divetrip.com
Misool Eco Resort, Raja Ampat, Indonesia * * * * * April 5 - 15, 2020
SOLD OUT - Page down to see our 2021 Misool trip
Find complete details here: Misool Eco Resort Group Tour, April 5-15, 2020
Wait-list Available -- Change happens. To be first on the wait-list phone toll free at 1-800-346-6116, or simply drop our manager Tina a note at: Tina@divetrip.com
Philippines Diving Adventure, Pura Vida Cabilao and Amun Ini * * * * * May 15 - 25, 2020
Two Resorts, Two Islands - This unique tour combines two dive resorts in the Bohol area of the Philippines; Pura Vida Beach and Dive Resort Cabilao and Amun Ini Resort & Spa. Covering a total of ten nights lodging with all meals, the tour includes four nights at Pura Vida Cabilao, a day of topside nature touring, and six nights at Amun Ini Resort. Island Dreams' custom program affords you a total of 25 boat dives, with Nitrox included in the very attractive pricing. Tour leader is Island Dreams' manager, Tina Robinette-Miller.
Group Details: Philippines Diving Adventure 2020
Sold Out -- This group is full, but you can be first on the wait-list. Phone toll free at 1-800-346-6116, or email Tina at: Tina@divetrip.com
Lembeh Strait / Bunaken Combo, North Sulawesi, Indonesia * * * * * August 28 - September 7, 2020
Manado Double Delight - Lembeh Resort combined with Siladen Resort & Spa -- Enjoy a combination of the superb Lembeh Resort (maximizing the amazing critter diving of Lembeh Strait) with lovely Siladen Resort & Spa (diving the best of Bunaken Marine Park). This is a featured Island Dreams group trip, with expert tour conductor and divemaster Ken Knezick. The package includes five nights at Lembeh Resort, five nights at Siladen Resort & spa, and nine days of world-class scuba diving. Package covers 22 boat dives, plus unlimited shore diving at Lembeh Resort.
Lembeh Resort - Ranked as one of the Top 25 Hotels in Indonesia, and home to Critters@Lembeh, one of the world's finest dive centers, Lembeh Resort combines the best of Lembeh Strait diving, with a wonderfully comfortable topside experience. This is repeat visit for Ken and Island Dreams, assuring you the best of service.
Siladen Resort & Spa - At Siladen Resort & Spa you will enjoy an exclusive and memorable diving experience. Thanks to its strategic location in the heart of the Marine Park, and the in-house PADI diving center, 40 premium dive sites are within easy reach of the Resort. When not diving, you will enjoy gorgeous views, fine dining, and optional spa treatments.
Group Details: Manado Double Delight 2020
Last Two Rooms -- This trip is almost full. We have one Garden and one Beach Bungalow remaining. Book now for your preferred room type. Phone toll free at 1-800-346-6116, or simply drop Tina a note at: Tina@divetrip.com
Turks & Caicos Islands aboard Turks & Caicos Aggressor II * * * * * November 14-21, 2020
Best Diving in the Caribbean -- Sheer walls, clear blue water, and up to five-tanks per day of effortless diving from a luxury liveaboard. Sailing from Providenciales, this 7-night cruise will provide an idea of how the Caribbean looked 30-years ago. As always, trip leader Ken Knezick will do his best to assure you have a safe and satisfying diving experience.
Group Details: Turks & Caicos, November 14-21, 2020
** Looking for One Mermaid! -- One spot remains available, for a female twin-share. Act now and join in the fun.
Please phone toll free at 1-800-346-6116, or email: Susan@divetrip.com
Fabulous Fiji - Volivoli Beach Resort * * * * * February 6-16, 2021
Diving the Heart of Fiji -- Volivoli Beach Resort is located on the northernmost tip of Viti Levu, Fiji's main island. The resort is a two-hour scenic drive from Nadi International Airport and the same from Suva city. You will find the journey to Volivoli Beach memorable in itself, with beautiful views over the coast, jungle, and remote Fijian villages. Arguably one of the best locations in Fiji for a diving vacation, Volivoli Beach is home to Ra Divers, a fully certified PADI and SSI Dive Resort. The reefs in the surrounding Bligh Waters are some of the healthiest in the world, with very little pollution and few boats, so divers enjoy a wide array of marine life including colorful soft corals, anemone fish, turtles, and reef sharks.
Group Details: Fabulous Fiji, February 6-16, 2021
** Just Announced -- Both 7 and 10 night durations are available. Act now to join tour leader Susan Young on this excellent adventure.
Please phone toll free at 1-800-346-6116, or email: Susan@divetrip.com
Solomon Islands, aboard M/V Bilikiki * * * * * 
May 1-10, 2021 -or- May 11-22, 2021
A Complete Scuba Experience -- The Solomon Islands were the site of major World War II naval battles including Guadalcanal and there are many excellent diveable wrecks from which to choose. But that is only part of the attraction. This remote island nation, in the heart of the coral triangle, also has some of the finest coral reef and exotic critter diving to be found anywhere in the world. The owners of M/V Bilikiki have been serving up the Solomons for decades and are the acknowledged experts in this unique region. Join Island Dreams' Ken Knezick for your choice of a 9-night or 11-night cruise, bringing you some of the finest reef, wreck, and critter dives in the Pacific.
TWO TRIPS! Due to overwhelming demand we have added a second Bilikiki cruise. But please do not delay, for both trips are almost sold out. Here are the details: Solomon Islands Adventure, May 1-10, 2021 -or- May 11-22, 2021
** 9-night cruise - Two cabins remain available, plus one spot for a female twin-share. Contact Island Dreams now to confirm your berth.
** 11-night cruise - One berth remains, for a female twin-share. Contact Island Dreams now to confirm your berth.
Please phone toll free at 1-800-346-6116, or email: Tina@divetrip.com
Group Details: Atlantis Dumaguete, May 17-27, 2021
** Last four rooms -- Availability is limited. Act now to join tour leader Susan Young for big fun in the Philippines.
Please phone toll free at 1-800-346-6116, or email: Susan@divetrip.com
Group Details: Little Cayman Beach Resort, July 3-10, 2021
** Just Announced -- This group tour will sell out. Act now to join trip leader Ken Knezick on this excellent Caribbean dive tour.
Please phone toll free at 1-800-346-6116, or email: Tina@divetrip.com
Misool Eco Resort, Raja Ampat, Indonesia * * * * * September 29 - October 8, 2021
Misool Eco Resort: Misool Eco Resort is an exclusive dive resort and conservation centre located in remote southern Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This private resort island is nestled deep in an archipelago of uninhabited islands, in the very epicentre of marine biodiversity. Just south of the Equator, Misool Eco Resort is located 105 miles from the nearest major port, and the nearest village is 12 miles away by boat. The island and its scuba diving sites are surrounded by a 465 square mile Marine Protected Area, and inside the Raja Ampat Shark and Manta Sanctuary which the resort helped to create.
Eight rustically luxurious Water Cottages are located in the North Lagoon, just steps from the Dive Centre and restaurant. The Water Cottages are built on stilts over the water. For lazy afternoons with a good book, there is a hammock built right into the veranda. The view from your veranda is framed by a traditional grass roof, offering shade as well as a high degree of privacy. Stairs lead down from your veranda to the lagoon, and the House Reef is just a few fin kicks away.
Island Dreams' Misool Eco Resort package will bring you the best of Raja Ampat, with pristine reefs and everything from nudibranchs to Manta Rays! The program includes round-trip transfers from Sorong, nine nights lodging in a Water Cottage, three meals daily, and four boat dives per day, with Nitrox. Also included is your overnight and breakfast in Sorong on the night of October 8, allowing departing flights any time on Saturday, October 9, 2021.
Find complete details here: Misool Eco Resort Group Tour, September 29 - October 8, 2021
Sold Out - Be First on the Waitlist! -- This group tour is full, but change happens. To be first on the waitlist, phone toll free at 1-800-346-6116, or email Tina at: Tina@divetrip.com
Wakatobi Dive Resort, Indonesia * * * * * October 22 - November 1, 2021
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October 22 - November 1, 2021. Group details coming soon