Ocean Hunter III, the latest and most luxurious addition to the Ocean Hunter Fleet in Palau. The boat represents 25 years of knowledge in the liveaboard industry and was designed by divers, for divers. Ocean Hunter III will be diving the reefs of Palau, plus special trips to places such as Yap. You will have the knowledge and hospitality of her very experienced local crew.

Ocean Hunter III has 3 standard cabins, 3 deluxe cabins and 2 master staterooms all with private bath and a/c, and accommodates up to 16 guests with personal attention and plenty of space. There is a large dining room and a comfortable salon with sofas and an entertainment system. The salon also contains a high quality espresso machine.

Alternatively, you can relax in the jacuzzis on the spacious sun deck. Furthermore, Ocean Hunter III is designed for professional underwater photography, TV and Film production, with a sizeable working area, 110, 220 and 415 volt electrical outlets and extra storage space. Ocean Hunter III offers powerful PC’s for movie and video editing with download, email and cd burning services.

Technical diving support:
•Nitrox, TRIMIX and Rebreather support
•Nitrox certification available onboard
•Twin Bauer compressors, Nitrox membrane

Production support:
•Twin generators for high voltage equipment demand.
•1.6 tons hydraulic crane offers lifting capacity for most ROV’s, underwater cameras and Mini-subs.
•Enclosed and Air conditioned lab for scientific research and film productions.
•Underwater Scooter
•1200 Watt HMI lights to back-light corals, UV Filters, caves and wrecks.

Ocean Hunter III offers the very latest of high quality liveaboard experiences. The chefs serve fresh, low-fat gourmet cuisine.

Safety
Safety remains a top priority at all times onboard the Ocean Hunter III. She has full safety equipment for all US Coast Guard requirements as well as an Emergency Oxygen Kit. A VHF marine radio and a cell phone maintain constant contact with land. Upon arrival, the crew will thoroughly brief you on safety aboard Ocean Hunter III, including use of life jackets, fire extinguishers and emergency exits. The crew has been specially trained in Emergency First Response, and all boating and diving emergencies.

Food & Beverage
Ocean Hunter owner and reknowned chef and cookery writer Tova Har-El has developed the ship’s delicious gourmet menu. She has not only had extensive experience as a chef, but specifically as a liveaboard chef! She cooked on the first Palau liveaboard for more than a year and went out on the Ocean Hunter for the first six months in Palau, closely analyzing the tastes of hungry divers after exiting the water and learning to cater to their every taste whim. As a dedicated diver herself who knows the importance of low-fat, fiber rich meals, Tova designed the menu with international cuisines such as Palauan, Italian, Mediterranean, French and Japanese (with fresh sashimi and sushi), and with a bit of her own style as well. She has worked extensively with the cook Arlee.
Below is a sample timetable for the food that Arlee will woo you with on a typical Ocean Hunter day.

Fresh vegetables and fruits are in abundance and will be served with every meal.

Vegetarian or any other dietary are available upon request. Snacks will be served in between meals.

06:00 AM: Gourmet coffee and tea are served with fresh sweet rolls and cakes.

08:00 AM: After the first dive of the day, full breakfast will be served.

12:30 PM: After the third dive of the day, it's time for a buffet lunch.

Afternoon: Daily fresh fruit smoothies will be served (papaya, pineapple, soursop, and many other local exotic fruits).

7:30 PM: On a white tablecloth with chinaware, dinner will be served after the night dive, with a different gourmet soup every night to warm you up, followed by fresh salad and the international dinner of the day. Dinner can be served before the night dive if preferred.

ONBOARD INFORMATION
Previous Dive Experience
Since Ocean Hunter caters to such a small group, we are very flexible in accommodating all levels of divers, from beginners to professionals.

Water Temperature
The average water temperature is a warm 28 degrees Celsius, 83 degrees Fahrenheit. For protection in the water, a 3mm wetsuit, full or shorty, a skin, or even a t-shirt pleases most guests.

Gear to Bring
Don't forget your mask, fins, snorkel, wetsuit, regulator with pressure gauge, BCD, dive computer/depth gauge/dive watch, dive gloves, optional dive knife, safety sausage (required) and reef hook. What is a Reef Hook? Reefhooks and safety sausages are available in the dive shop. You'll have ample storage space for your gear. If you need to rent gear, you can do so upon arrival at the shop.

Equipment Provided Onboard
Ocean Hunter freely provides weight belts, weights, and standard aluminum size 80 tanks, also some size 60 and 100 tanks. She also provides all the clean towels you'll need throughout the trip. Unlike other liveaboards who give you any person's used towel, you get your own color-coded, warm, dry towel after each dive.

Communication Onboard
She has a marine VHF radio and a cell phone that are used to keep in touch with the office in town three times a day. Family members or friends can reach guests onboard by calling the ship cell phone or they can leave a message at the Ocean Hunter office. Guests may of course use the ship cell phone, though at-cost charges apply.

Electricity
Very quiet generators supply 24-hour electricity in 110 and 220 volts, with standard American outlets for two/three prong plugs. There are at least 4 outlets in each cabin. All 60 outlets are regulated and surge protected.

Entertainment
On-board is a 42" Plasma TV in the lounge, a 32" Plasma TV in the dining room and 24" TV's in the Master Staterooms. There are also a DVD player, CD stereo and VCD player. Ocean Hunter has a wonderful collection of DVDs, CDs and VCDs, and you are invited you to bring your own as well! An extensive marine library is also available for you to browse.

Tipping
Tipping is a personal matter, but for guests who have requested guidance on the subject: the Ocean Hunter is a U.S. standard liveaboard, with crew's salaries based on tipping (upon your satisfaction). The average tip generally runs 7.5%-10% of the trip cost.

Medical Support Onboard
Ocean Hunter has a well-equipped first aid kit onboard, including oxygen. You should bring anti-seasickness medication and eardrops if you feel you will need them.

Smoking
Smoking is only allowed in designated areas on the outside deck of the Ocean Hunter III.

Bar
Ocean Hunter III offers a full bar and refrigerator of drinks for guests. Mineral water is always free, however there will be a charge of $1.50 for soft drinks and $3.00 for beer. These charges go towards developing a much-needed recycling program in Palau for the disposal of the cans. You are responsible for marking down your own tab at the refrigerator. Fine wine is available from $40 to $75 per bottle.