All Star Cat Ppalu
Liveaboard · Bahamas
Explore the Bahamian Exuma Cays with comprehensive diving, ecological journeys, and convenient Saturday check-ins.
About This Vessel
All Star Cat Ppalu is a boutique liveaboard cruising the Bahamas region. It hosts up to 12 divers on board.
The Bahamas, characterized by shallow banks and deep oceanic trenches, provides diverse marine habitats explored by this 20-meter catamaran. The geological character of the Bahamas is one of dramatic contrasts, where sunlit limestone banks suddenly give way to the profound blue of deep oceanic trenches. This unique topography creates a spectrum of marine environments, from shallow coral gardens t…
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Onboard Amenities
Dining & Beverages
Dining aboard the All Star Cat Ppalu is a delightful and social affair, with the trip cost encompassing every snack and three full meals served daily. The menu thoughtfully combines Western and local dishes served buffet-style in a family-setting. The crew accommodates vegan and vegetarian needs with advance notice. A diverse selection of complimentary beverages is included, ranging from soft drinks, tea, and coffee to alcoholic options such as beer, wine, vodka, and rum, ensuring a satisfying and all-inclusive culinary experience.
Dive Equipment & Setup
Dive Area & Sites
The Bahamas is a world-renowned shark diving destination, offering thrilling encounters with multiple species in the warm, clear waters of the Caribbean and Atlantic. Tiger sharks are reliably encountered at Tiger Beach, while Caribbean reef sharks, lemon sharks, and nurse sharks appear in large numbers at baited dive sites. The islands also offer spectacular blue hole diving, including the famous Dean's Blue Hole, and pristine coral wall dives with visibility often exceeding 30 meters. Hawksbill and green sea turtles glide over healthy coral formations, and divers may encounter dolphins, eagle rays, and the occasional oceanic whitetip shark in deeper waters. The Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park provides protected reefs with exceptional fish density and healthy conch populations.
Important Information
What's Included
VAT · Alcoholic Beverages
Not Included & Local Fees
Port Fees (235-260 USD per trip) · Gratuities
Airport Transfers
Ground transportation and airport transfers in Nassau are not included in the base trip price. Optional transfers are available for a surcharge (approximately 18-36 USD), and the boat operator can facilitate these rides if requested on the booking form.
Insurance Recommendation
We strongly recommend all guests to purchase comprehensive dive accident insurance and trip cancellation insurance before departure. Dive accident insurance covers medical treatment, hyperbaric chamber costs, and emergency evacuation in the event of a diving incident. Trip cancellation insurance protects your financial investment — not only if you need to cancel or cut short your trip due to personal illness, injury, or other unforeseen circumstances, but also if the trip is postponed or cancelled by the operator due to severe weather, technical issues, or other operational reasons. In the unlikely event of operator insolvency, cancellation insurance can also help recover your payments. Please ensure your policies are valid for the entire duration of your trip and cover the planned activities.
Rental Gear
BCD: 50 USD · Dive Computer: 50 USD
Accommodation
Double
twin/double • Lower Deck
These comfortable cabins are furnished with a double bed, providing a cozy retreat for couples or solo travelers. Each cabin includes a private sink and mirror for convenience, with air conditioning ensuring a pleasant temperature.
Twin
twin/double • Lower Deck
Ideal for friends or individual travelers, this cabin offers two single beds. Guests will appreciate the air conditioning for comfort, along with a personal sink and mirror within the cabin.
Booking & Travel FAQ
How does the booking process work?
Select a cabin and departure on All Star Cat Ppalu, and we send a real-time inquiry to the operator. After availability is confirmed, you receive a booking confirmation by email and secure your spot with a deposit.
When do I need to pay?
A deposit (usually 25-35%) is due upon confirmation. The remaining balance is typically due 4-8 weeks before departure, depending on the operator.
What documents will I receive?
After your final payment, you'll receive a travel voucher with meeting point, embarkation time, airport transfer details, packing tips, and your full itinerary.
How do I get to the boat?
Most liveaboards depart from a designated marina. Many operators offer airport pickup and transfers — details are in your voucher. We recommend arriving one day before departure.
What certifications do I need?
A valid dive certification (e.g. PADI Open Water), dive insurance, and a valid passport. Some destinations require additional permits or visas — we inform you during booking.
Can I cancel or change my booking?
Cancellation terms vary by operator and are in your confirmation. Generally, the earlier you cancel the higher the refund. Changes depend on availability — contact us as soon as possible.
Vessel Technical Overview
Vessel Specifications
Navigation & Safety Systems
What guests say online
How is this overall rating calculated?
The headline score is the simple average of the category scores shown below (Boat, Crew, Value, Diving, Dive sites, etc.), each weighted equally. The review count reflects how many source reviews back the underlying analysis. When no category breakdown is available for a vessel, the headline falls back to the guest-weighted average across source platforms.
Guests consistently praise the vessel for its wonderful trips, engaging crew, and suitability for families, offering a blend of diving, sailing, and island adventures. It is considered a top choice among Bahamas liveaboards for making great memories.
- +Wonderful overall trip experience
- +Engaging and fun crew, including the Captain
- +Perfect for family cruises with activities for all ages
- +Combines diving, sailing, and island adventure
Based on approximately 18 reviews. Aggregated rating based on reviews from multiple independent dive travel and operator platforms as well as on ratings from our customers. Public statements from diving forums and community platforms may also be incorporated as text into the highlighted praises and critiques. Ratings are independently calculated and are not affiliated with or endorsed by the source platforms.
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