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Big Blue specializes in a small group and private dive service
that caters to all experience levels and diving  interests.
The main dive boat, a 40ft power catamaran, departs daily
at 8.30am for 2 dives with a maximum of 9 guests. This and
other private charter vessels are available for both dedicated
dive trips and aquatic adventures when diving is just part
of a day's activities. All the boats are set-up as professional
dive platforms and all the Big Blue staff are experienced
captains and dive crew. Night dives and 1-tank dives are regularly
scheduled. Big Blue is rebreather and technical diving friendly.
Philosophy
Above all there is no rush and no afternoon dive that the
boat must get back for. Big Blue does not dictate dive time
or profiles. Big Blue wants divers to maximize their underwater
experience and believes this is best achieved if certified
divers can confidently and safely explore the reefs and walls
of the Turks and Caicos without total reliance on the dive
guide.
Safety
Therefore, dive computers are complimentary, thorough briefings
are given, and maps are drawn of the dive sites. An instructor
is always in the water and private guides are available if
divers would like individual guidance and instruction. Surface
markers and dive alerts are also provided free of charge so
divers can feel comfortable venturing off on their own. Nitrox
is available.
 Dive
sites
Big Blue's location at the Leeward Marina at the east end
of Providenciales makes it possible to conveniently access
all the diving areas around the islands. Every dive trip departs
from and returns to this base and the sites range from 5 to
60 minutes away. Big Blue's dive staff and boat captains monitor
the tides and weather in order to choose the best and most
suitable dive location each day. There is no set schedule
and factors such as where divers have already been and the
ability of the divers are taken into account when deciding
where to go. Return time is generally between 1.30 and 3.00pm.
Refreshments
An array of healthy snacks and a full lunch is provided on
the daily dive boat. Hot and cold drinks are also available.
Education
Beginner "try" dives are conducted in small groups
or as part of a private day-out. Advanced "try"
dives are also offered to those who have been before and are
comfortable and proficient in the water. Full certification
courses  are
also offered and certified divers are encouraged to continue
learning and improving their skills. Dive specialties courses
such as underwater photography, marine life identification,
and Nitrox are available. Technical diving instruction, including
closed-circuit rebreathers and tri-mix is also at hand.
Small
groups
The real secret to Big Blue's success comes from the firmly
held belief in the intrinsic value and optimum safety behind
small group diving. Not only does this priceless and commonly
overstated practice minimize the pressure on the reef, but
it also makes real relaxed diving both an uncommon reality
and a distinct pleasure.
- Number
of Dive Boats: 3
- Maximum
Number of Divers: 9
- Number
of Tanks per Day: 2+
- Gear
Provided: Complimentary Dive Computers
- Rental
Gear Available: BCs, Regs, Wetsuits, Fins, Masks
- Type
of Diving: Primarily Wall Diving (40' under the boat, 7000'
down the wall)
- Total
Dive Sites: 70+
- Minimum
time to divesites/mins: 5
- Maximum
time to dive site/mins: 90
- Training
Agency: PADI, NAUI, SSI, SDI, TDI, IANTD, YMCA, PDIC, BSAC
- Courses
Offered: From try dives to trimix rebreathers and everything
in between
Type
Payments Accepted: cash or credit card
Big
Blue Unlimited
PO Box 159,
Providenciales,
Turks and Caicos Islands,
British West Indies
Tel.: (649) 946 5034 & (649) 231 6455
Fax.: (649) 946 5033
E-Mail: bigblue@tciway.tc
Web: http://www.bigblue.tc
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IDEA, NAUI, PDIC
SSI, YMCA
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