I loved the "extras" provided by the charter - transportation, microbrewery, ability to create our own wishlist each day.
Brooke Heathman
Trip Info
The charter sailboat Cat Ppalu offers a few options!
1) You can book as an individual on one of our weeks set aside for folks who don’t necessarily travel in a pack. We’ll find other like minded divers to join you!
2) You can book a half boat charter on any week. A half boat charter is 6 guests and then we have the right to fill the rest of the boat with other divers. The rate is $1,795.00 per person plus $205.00 in fees*.
3) You can book a full boat charter and bring as many as 12 guests and keep the boat to yourselves for the week!
The Cat Ppalu is available for longer charters. Contact our office for rates and availability.
2023 Rates
INDIVIDUAL RATES
$1,795.00 per person
FEES*
$225.00 per person (VAT, Bahamas taxes)
Single Supplement – You can book a cabin to yourself for a 30% surcharge on the rate, fuel surcharge and port fee.
FULL BOAT CHARTER RATES
$17,950.00 plus $2,700.00 in fees*
*Subject to change
2024 Rates
INDIVIDUAL RATES
$1,795.00 per person
FEES*
$225.00 per person (VAT, Bahamas taxes)
Single Supplement – You can book a cabin to yourself for a 30% surcharge on the rate, fuel surcharge and port fee.
FULL BOAT CHARTER RATES
$17,950.00 plus $2,700.00 in fees*
*Subject to change
Departs from
Nassau, Bahamas (NAS)
Boarding: Saturday, 12:00pm
We can assist with Ground Transfers.
Returns to
Nassau, Bahamas (NAS). Thurday afternoon
Disembark: Friday, 9:00am
Airfares
Sample Itinerary
Itineraries are weather dependent and tailored to best diving available each trip.
At time of final confirmation, we can adjust this itinerary to include more shore excursions and less diving based on the group’s wishes.
Saturday:
12:00noon board. Check in, lunch, unpack, safety briefing.
Depart* by 3:00pm for Central Bahamas.
Sunday through Wednesday:
3 daytime dives and 1 night dive per day/night in the Exuma Cays and/or Eleuthera.
Thursday:
2 daytime dives.
Return to Nassau 2:00-5:00pm depending on weather and travel distance.
Port night in Nassau! Dinner is served on board. The evening is yours to enjoy on your own in Nassau.
Friday:
Disembark vessel by 9:00am.
*For flights to Nassau, plan to arrive before 1:00pm on Saturday.
| Feb 11 | Feb 17 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Feb 18 | Feb 24 | Exumas | 6 Nights | $1795 | Check Availability |
0 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Feb 25 | Mar 3 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Check Availability |
0 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Mar 4 | Mar 10 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Check Availability |
0 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Mar 11 | Mar 17 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Check Availability |
0 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Mar 18 | Mar 24 | Exumas | 6 Nights | $1795 | Check Availability |
0 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Mar 25 | Mar 31 | Exumas | 6 Nights | $1795 | Check Availability |
0 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Apr 1 | Apr 7 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Check Availability |
0 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Apr 8 | Apr 14 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Check Availability |
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| Apr 15 | Apr 21 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Check Availability |
0 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Apr 22 | Apr 28 | Exumas | 6 Nights | $17950 | Check Availability |
0 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Apr 29 | May 5 | Exumas -Citizen Science | 6 Nights | $1795 | Book Now |
1 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| May 6 | May 12 | Exumas | 6 Nights | $1795 | Check Availability |
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| May 13 | May 19 | Exumas | 6 Nights | $1795 | Check Availability |
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| May 20 | May 26 | Exumas | 6 Nights | $1795 | Check Availability |
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| May 27 | Jun 2 | Exumas | 6 Nights | $1795 | Book Now |
3 Cabins 1 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Jun 3 | Jun 9 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Check Availability |
0 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Jun 10 | Jun 16 | Exumas | 6 Nights | $1795 | Book Now |
5 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Jun 17 | Jun 23 | Exumas | 6 Nights | $1795 | Check Availability |
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| Jun 24 | Jun 30 | Exumas | 6 Nights | $1795 | Book Now |
1 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Jul 1 | Jul 7 | Exumas | 6 Nights | $1795 | Check Availability |
0 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Jul 8 | Jul 14 | Exumas | 6 Nights | $17950 | Check Availability |
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| Jul 15 | Jul 21 | Exumas | 6 Nights | $1795 | Book Now |
2 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Jul 22 | Jul 28 | Exumas | 6 Nights | $1795 | Check Availability |
0 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Jul 29 | Aug 4 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $1795 | Check Availability |
0 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Aug 5 | Aug 11 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Aug 12 | Aug 18 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Aug 19 | Aug 25 | Exumas -Citizen Science | 6 Nights | $1795 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Aug 26 | Sep 1 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Sep 2 | Sep 8 | Exumas | 6 Nights | $1795 | Check Availability |
0 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Sep 9 | Sep 15 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Check Availability |
0 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Sep 16 | Sep 22 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Check Availability |
0 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Sep 23 | Sep 29 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Sep 30 | Oct 6 | Exumas -Citizen Science | 6 Nights | $1795 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Oct 7 | Oct 13 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Check Availability |
0 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Oct 14 | Oct 20 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Oct 21 | Oct 27 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Oct 28 | Nov 3 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Nov 4 | Nov 10 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Nov 11 | Nov 17 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Nov 18 | Nov 24 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Nov 25 | Dec 1 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Dec 2 | Dec 8 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Dec 9 | Dec 15 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Dec 16 | Dec 22 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Dec 23 | Dec 29 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
3 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Dec 30 | Jan 5 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Jan 6 | Jan 12 | Exumas | 6 Nights | $1795 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Jan 13 | Jan 19 | Exumas | 6 Nights | $1795 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Jan 20 | Jan 26 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Jan 27 | Feb 2 | Exumas | 6 Nights | $1795 | Check Availability |
0 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Feb 3 | Feb 9 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Feb 10 | Feb 16 | Exumas | 6 Nights | $1795 | Book Now |
5 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Feb 17 | Feb 23 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Feb 24 | Mar 1 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Check Availability |
0 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Mar 2 | Mar 8 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Mar 9 | Mar 15 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Mar 16 | Mar 22 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Mar 23 | Mar 29 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Mar 30 | Apr 5 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Apr 6 | Apr 12 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Check Availability |
0 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Apr 13 | Apr 19 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Apr 20 | Apr 26 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Apr 27 | May 3 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| May 4 | May 10 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| May 11 | May 17 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| May 18 | May 24 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| May 25 | May 31 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Jun 1 | Jun 7 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Jun 8 | Jun 14 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
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| Jun 15 | Jun 21 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Jun 22 | Jun 28 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Check Availability |
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| Jun 29 | Jul 5 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Jul 6 | Jul 12 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
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| Jul 13 | Jul 19 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Jul 20 | Jul 26 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Jul 27 | Aug 2 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Aug 3 | Aug 9 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Aug 10 | Aug 16 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Aug 17 | Aug 23 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Aug 24 | Aug 30 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Aug 31 | Sep 6 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Sep 7 | Sep 13 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Sep 14 | Sep 20 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Sep 21 | Sep 27 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Sep 28 | Oct 4 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Oct 5 | Oct 11 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Oct 12 | Oct 18 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Oct 19 | Oct 25 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Oct 26 | Nov 1 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Nov 2 | Nov 8 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Nov 9 | Nov 15 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Nov 16 | Nov 22 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Nov 23 | Nov 29 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Nov 30 | Dec 6 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Dec 7 | Dec 13 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Dec 14 | Dec 20 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Dec 21 | Dec 27 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
| Dec 28 | Jan 3 | Exumas - Charter Only | 6 Nights | $17950 | Book Now |
6 Cabins 0 Single Males 0 Single Females |
Included
- Professional crew of four
- All meals and snacks
- Beverages (soft drinks, beer, wine, vodka and rum)
- Tanks and weightbelts
- Up to 19 dives in a week
- Use of SUPs and kayaks
- Fishing gear and pole spears
- Shore excursions and eco adventures
Not Included
- Airfare to Nassau
- Ground transfers in Nassau although we are happy to arrange them for a small fee
- Dive and snorkel gear (available for rent)
- Crew gratuity (15% recommended)
Deposits/Payments
- Individuals – A $500.00 per person deposit. The balance is due 90 days prior to departure.
- Charters — $1,000.00 deposit required within 10 days to confirm reservation, $2,000.00 deposit due 9 months prior to departure, $3,000.00 due 6 months prior, and final payment due 90 days prior to departure.
Method of Payment
Mastercard, Visa, Discover, personal check, money order, and wire transfer are all accepted.
Cancellation Policy
Individuals:
- More than 6 months prior to departure, a full refund less a 5% cancellation fee.
- Less than 6 months prior to departure, all payments are forfeited.
If the trip departs full, we will issue a full refund less 5% cancellation fee.
COVID cancellations: If borders are closed at the time of travel, then a rebooking will be allowed. All rebooked trips will be reinvoiced and any difference in fare and fees will be assessed.
Policy for trip interruption due to a named storm: A future credit will be offered for any missed days with no expiration date for using the credit. We understand your busy schedules and the need to plan. There is no refund for cancellations due to weather.
Travel Protection
It is recommended that all passengers purchase travel protection to help protect you and your trip investment. It is also recommended that all divers have diving accident insurance. For more information and to purchase dive and travel insurance, visit the providers below:
Diveassure: For annual combination trip and dive accident insurance. Includes cancellation due to Covid.
Travelex: Travel protection for a single trip. You may choose the TRAVEL SELECT policy and select the optional ADVENTURE SPORTS COVERAGE upgrade which waives the policy exclusions for extreme sports such as scuba diving. Purchase of Travelex insurance must be more than 21 days from date of travel.
Nassau Harbor Club
Effective February 14, 2023 the hotel is closing.
Reservations: Direct (242) 393-0771
Open daily, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST
Towne Hotel Nassau
The Towne Hotel is located in the heart of downtown! You’ll be within walking distance of exciting nightlife and great shopping! All our 46 rooms are fully air-conditioned and have Tub/Shower, Cable TV and Direct Dial Phones. You can relax on our sun deck, have a swim in our courtyard pool or cool down with a Tropical Drink at our TALKING STICK BAR AND RESTAURANT.
Contact: Email Hotel
Reservations: Direct (242) 322-8450
Orange Hill Inn
Orange Hill Inn is located on Cable Beach and offers true Bahamian hospitality. Plunge into a sparkling blue pool and unwind with a refreshing cocktail at our honor bar. If you want to relax and enjoy the property, there is a small restaurant on the property and ocean beach access as well.
Website: Orange Hill Inn
Reservations: Direct (242) 327-7157
Comfort Suites Hotel
The Comfort Suites hotel in Nassau, Bahamas is next to Atlantis Paradise Island Resort and Waterpark, Marina Village at Atlantis and more. Book your stay directly through our website and enjoy a wide array of hotel amenities including free Wi-Fi, breakfast and on-site restaurant. Rates starting at $250.00 and up, book early and save with our advance purchase rates.
Reservations: Book Directly
Phone: Direct (242) 363-3680
Cat Ppalu Checklist
- If you plan on diving or snorkeling:
- MASK, FINS AND SNORKEL *
- SNORKEL VEST (For Snorkeling - not required but recommended)
- BUOYANCY COMPENSATOR (BC)* **
- REGULATOR WITH SUBMERSIBLE PRESSURE GAUGE * ** (Rental regulators have octopus and pressure and depth gauges)
- DIVE WATCH
- DEPTH GAUGE OR COMPUTER * (Our rental regulators have depth gauges)
- WATERPROOF DIVE TABLES OR COMPUTER
- WETSUIT (Between fall and spring, a wetsuit is recommended) **
- 2 DIVE LIGHTS (Required for night dives: a dive light plus a backup dive light, a non-strobing marker light or a chemical light stick (cyalume)) **
- CHEMICAL LIGHT STICK OR SUITABLE SUBSTITUTE (Required for night dives, may be purchased on board)
- MOTION SICKNESS MEDICINE (Medication should be brought along in the event we encounter rough weather)
- TOWELS (We provide three towels. If you would like more towels or a beach towel, you should bring them with you.)
- PASSPORT
- DIVER'S CERTIFICATION CARD *
- SPENDING MONEY (for the night ashore, souvenirs and crew tip, 15% is recommended and can be given to the Captain at the end of the week)
- ISLAND HIKING SHOES +
- DIVING EQUIPMENT SUPPLIED: Tanks and weightbelts
- CLOTHING AND PERSONAL ITEMS TO BRING: The atmosphere on board Cat Ppalu and the islands we visit are very casual. You'll spend your days in bathing suits and casual wear. We suggest bringing several bathing suits, shorts or pants, t-shirts, and wind breaker. In winter, a sweatshirt or sweater is advisable. Also bring deck shoes, sandals, a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen (reef-safe), plus personal items such as aspirin and decongestants.
- ITEMS TO LEAVE AT HOME: ILLEGAL DRUGS, SPEAR GUNS AND BANGSTICKS (Spearfishing is allowed in the Bahamas only with a Hawaiian sling or pole spear and NOT while using scuba, snorkeling only)
*Required for scuba diving
**Available for rent with prior arrangements
+ The Exuma Cays offers many opportunities to go ashore and explore and enjoy the uninhabited beaches. For these occasions, we highly recommend proper footwear for these eco adventures. Flip flops are not always suitable. We suggest water shoes or TEVA type sandals. Sneakers are fine but they might get wet!
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