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Solitude Gaia



Solitude Gaia
From USD 514 per day
Length
40m
132 ft
Max 18
Nitrox
Wi-Fi
LOWEST PRICE GUARANTEE
At a glance...
  • Cruises the whole of Palau
  • Cabins with private bathrooms, TV, media player
  • Staterooms with oceanviews and private balconies
  • Sea kayaks and waterslide
  • Spa facilities
  • Large boat with steel hulled liveaboard

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Solitude Gaia is a Palau liveaboard from Solitude Liveaboards that meets the highest standards for passenger ships. Launched in 2023, this 40-meter vessel boasts a robust steel hull for stability and an aluminium superstructure for added security and comfort. Cruising at 10 knots, Solitude Gaia offers diving adventures of 7 or 10 nights.

The boat accommodates up to 18 guests in 9 en-suite cabins and staterooms; the staterooms have private balconies, and the main and upper deck cabins feature ocean views. Entertainment onboard includes smart TVs installed in every cabin, lounge, and dining area. The spacious lounge features a Bose audio system designed to elevate your viewing experience, complementing the 65" TV. Additionally, guests can play cards and board games. The upper deck also features a spa room. Outdoors, guests can enjoy the sea kayaks, or even shoot the portable waterslide! Solitude's commitment to culinary excellence onboard Gaia ensures a dining experience that mirrors the high standards of the entire liveaboard experience. Meals are made from locally sourced ingredients, and served within the dining area.

Diving operations are conducted from 2 purpose-built aluminium skiffs measuring 6m each, equipped with single 100 HP outboard engines. As you explore the vibrant coral gardens and thriving ecosystems of the Palau, the experienced Solitude dive team will ensure an unforgettable scuba diving adventure. From the famed Blue Corner to the excitement of German Channel, the marine wonders of Palau come to life in every breathtaking dive. During your stay onboard guests are provided with a complimentary Nautilus Lifeline Marine Rescue GPS for peace of mind.

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Dive experience: A minimum of 50 logged dives is highly recommend in order for the divers to feel comfortable with Palau's underwater conditions, such as strong currents. There is no need for an advanced certification should the guests be comfortable diving in these conditions.

Cruise price per person includes: Cabin accommodation, breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, drinking water, soft drinks, hot drinks, land tours (Milky Way or Jellyfish Lake), roundtrip airport transfers to the boat, dives, experienced English-speaking divemasters (1 guide for every 6 divers), SMB and reef hook, Nautilus Lifeline, 12 litre tanks (DIN and int.), weights and weightbelt, all taxes.

Cruise price per person excludes (mandatory, unless customer provides own): Scuba equipment rental (incl. computer - US$ 285 per week), Palau cabin/room tax (US$ 10 per night), dive insurance, Koror Permit US$ 50 (valid for 10 days), Peleliu Permit US$ 60 (valid for 10 days), Jellyfish Lake Permit US$ 100 (valid for 10 days). There will be fuel surcharge of US$ 30 per night imposed 30+ days in advance (advised on booking or charter) if the International crude barrel oil price is equal to US$ 75 or more. Unless otherwise stated, all the listed items need to be paid on arrival (payments in USD cash or major credit cards such as Visa and Mastercard only).

Optional extras: Alcoholic drinks, nitrox (EANx 28-32%) fills for enriched air divers (US$ 20 per day), torch (US$ 40 per week), 15 litre tank (US$ 10 per day), hotel transfers, satellite internet, laundry service. Unless otherwise stated, all the listed items need to be paid on arrival. Note: prices of items purchased onboard are subject to change.

How to get there: Boarding for Solitude Gaia begins promptly at 5 pm and concludes no later than 10 am on Day 2, when the boat departs from Malakal Harbour. Airport and Koror/Malakal hotel transfers will begin from 6 pm. After exiting the passenger area to the public area, look out for the SOLITUDE LIVEABOARDS board with your name. Latecomers for boarding are accepted and transferred to the boat.
Disembarkation on the final day commences after lunch and concludes at 5 pm. Then guests will be transferred to the airport. The last dive of the cruise will be after lunch on the second last day. Please wait at least 18 hours before flying after diving. For more details, including airlines, see our Palau travel information section.

Non-diver rate: 10% off the published price.

Single supplement (if you do not want to share accommodation): This is optional - solo travellers may choose to pay the regular price and agree to share a cabin, or pay a supplement of 60% of the normal published price for their own cabin.

Dive clubs and group discounts: Pay for 9 guests and 1 extra person can join the cruise free of charge (total 10+ guests).

Whole boat charter rate (per night): Pay for 16 guests and 2 additional persons can join free of charge (total 18 guests).


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Cabins, Berths, Showers, Bathrooms...
There are 9 cabins and staterooms onboard Gaia, for a capacity of 18 guests. There are 2 Ocean View Staterooms (size: 21.4 sqm) on the upper deck with balconies overlooking the ocean. Choose between XL king-size (202 x 204 cm) or twin bed (101 x 202 cm) configurations.
There is also 1 Ocean View Cabin (size: 15.1 sqm) on the upper deck with a king-size bed (182 x 202 cm).
There are 4 Ocean View Cabins on the main deck. In 2 cabins (size: 16.3 sqm), choose between XL king-size (202 x 204 cm) or twin bed (101 x 202 cm) configurations. In the other 2 cabins (size: 17.8 sqm) there is an XL king-size bed (202 x 204 cm).
There are 2 more Interior Cabins on the lower deck (size: 24.6 sqm). These cabins have twin beds (101 x 202 cm) .

Every cabin and stateroom is equipped with an ensuite shower (providing both hot and cold water) and a WC. The bathrooms are designed to cater to modern day needs. While the size varies with the cabin category, all provide sufficient room, shelving, and space to accommodate personal toiletries. All ensuite facilities are equipped with manual bidet gun, separate shower, and ample shelf/countertop, and robe hooks.

Housekeeping policy: cabins are cleaned daily. Sheets, bath and face towels are changed every 3 days, however, please feel free to request a change at any time when necessary.

All the accommodations have:
  • Individual air conditioning with climate control
  • Bathroom with toilet, hot water shower and hand basin
  • Body wash, shampoo and conditioner
  • Hair dryer, bathrobes, face and bath towels
  • Windows (main and upper decks), portholes (lower deck)
  • Television and intercom system
  • Reading lights
  • Desk with universal electrical points
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Wardrobe organiser with hangers
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bedding including pillows, duvet, and sheets
  • Space for luggage
  • Life jackets
  • Fire warning system and extinguisher
  • Mains outlet 200 & 240 volts - 24 hours
No. of bathrooms / showers - 9 / 9 - hot water

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