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Moving aboard a LIVE-ABOARD DIVE BOAT in PALAU 😮 [Part 1]

31 May 2024 · 18 min · 51K views · Koror, Palau

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The Black Pearl, a custom-built 2019 dive liveaboard, operates in the waters of Palau, Micronesia.0:58 The vessel features a dedicated dive deck with individual gear bins, a dehumidified storage room for wetsuits and BCDs, and a top-deck lounge area.9:49 During a week-long charter, the crew facilitates four dives per day, including technical cave dives such as the Temple of Doom, which requires advanced air consumption management and comfort in dark, deep environments.13:20 The boat serves as a base for exploring the archipelago’s limestone rock islands and underwater topography.1:34 Before boarding, visitors often explore local jungle waterfalls.2:33 The vessel’s amenities include a self-serve bar and climate-controlled cabins.18:23 Proper camera housing preparation is necessary to prevent lens fogging when moving from air-conditioned interiors into the high-humidity tropical environment.11:52

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