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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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SSI, YMCA
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