The Cat Ppalu liveaboard offers a uniquely balanced proposition for divers seeking an authentic, personal, and affordable way to explore the Bahamas. This 65-foot sailing catamaran operates 6-night diving trips to the pristine Exuma Cays, departing weekly from Nassau. With a maximum of just 12 guests, each cruise fosters a relaxed, social environment where the itinerary can feel personally tailored.

A catamaran's design inherently provides stability and space, and Cat Ppalu leverages this brilliantly. Its 31-foot beam creates generous deck areas for sunbathing on the forward nets or relaxing in the shaded lounge. The liveaboard's true charm lies in its accommodation: all 6 air-conditioned cabins are situated above the waterline. This means each one, configured as doubles or twins, features large sea-view windows (except for one that has a porthole) that flood the space with natural light and provide a constant connection to the Caribbean seascape. While guests share 2 well-appointed heads and showers, this layout encourages a friendly, communal vibe, perfect for small groups of friends or solo travelers looking to connect with like-minded divers.

The primary mission remains exceptional diving, with up to 19 dives offered throughout the week. The liveaboard accesses the same celebrated sites of the Exuma Cays as other operators, including shallow coral gardens, dramatic wall drop-offs, and thrilling shark encounters, all conducted from the vessel's dual stern dive platforms. Beyond diving, Cat Ppalu excels in its 'eco-adventure' approach. The tenders facilitate daily excursions that define the Bahamian experience: swimming with the famous pigs at Big Major Cay, encountering endemic iguanas on Allan's Cay, hiking the trails of the Exuma Land and Sea Park headquarters at Warderick Wells, or kayaking through serene mangrove channels. This blend ensures a rich, holistic experience of the destination.

By choosing Cat Ppalu, you're booking with an operator with over 45 years of liveaboard expertise. Their philosophy is to provide clear, honest options for divers of different budgets and styles. Cat Ppalu is their explicit recommendation for those seeking an excellent "budget/comfort ratio." The crew, professional and attentive, embodies the operator's values of safety, local knowledge, and fostering a genuine sense of adventure. They manage logistics seamlessly, from dive briefings to island excursions, allowing guests to fully immerse themselves in the expedition.

The Cat Ppalu liveaboard is more than just a boat; it's a formula for a particular kind of dive vacation. It is for the diver who desires privacy and comfort but doesn't require gourmet dining or a Jacuzzi; who values a small, social group over a crowded deck; and who wants their surface intervals filled with genuine exploration, not just waiting for the next dive. It represents a thoughtful compromise that sacrifices none of the diving quality or destination access. If your ideal liveaboard trip combines reliable, prolific scuba diving with the casual freedom of a catamaran sail and intimate, off-the-beaten-path exploration, Cat Ppalu is your direct route to the Exuma Cays.