
The Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard in Micronesia scores 9/10 on the diving features SDE Liveaboard Rating
I’ve scored the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard 9/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for Diving Features, as it has 9 of the 10 key diving features listed below.
When you dive on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard, you’ll have onboard nitrox available as a paid extra to help reduce fatigue across multiple dives and can extend your bottom time where conditions allow, with a dedicated dive deck for kitting up and tenders to drop you directly onto the best dive sites. You can also travel light with onboard gear rental, and even progress your diver certification during your liveaboard trip with the onboard scuba diving courses.
At a glance for divers:
If you’re travelling as an underwater photographer, dedicated facilities are available onboard – see the Underwater Photographer section for full details. In addition, after a dive you can rinse off using warm outside showers, which keep you, your hair and your wetsuit fresh and clean from saltwater. What’s more, for more advanced setups, this liveaboard also supports technical diving options – see the Technical Divers section for full details.
On deck you have rinse hoses and a shaded diving area, so your kit and cameras can be washed and kept out of the sun. You’ll also find the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard was designed for divers, so the layout, dive deck and facilities are all set up with scuba divers in mind.
I’ve reviewed the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard and created this checklist of 10 key onboard diving features, so you can quickly see how well this liveaboard is set up for scuba divers. This boat includes 9 of the 10 essential diving features:
Looking for more specialist facilities? See the separate underwater photographer section and tech diving section for more details.
Diving FAQs for the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard
Does the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard liveaboard have nitrox onboard?
What level of experience is required and what diver certification is required for the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
How many logged dives do you need for the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
How many dives per day can I do on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Can I get certified on board the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Do I need DIN or yoke on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard, and are adaptors available?
How are water entries and exits handled on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard? Are tenders used?
Are dives guided on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard or can I dive independently?
What rental gear is available on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Are scuba courses available onboard the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Is a nitrox course available onboard the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
What itineraries does the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard run?
What is a typical day of diving like on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Is the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard custom designed for divers?
What sea creatures can you see on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard
The Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard does not currently list specific marine life for its dive sites, please check the itinerary notes.
Dive information:
- Diver certification level required: Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
- Number of logged dives required: No minimum number of logged dives
- Itinerary options on the Palau Aggressor II liveaboard are currently: 8 Days/7 Nights
- The diving package to include all the dives on the itinerary of your choice is included in the cost of the liveaboard trip.
- The Palau Aggressor II liveaboard offers diving insurance, which is an optional extra charge. Click Diving insurance to find other liveaboards that offer free, or as a paid extra, diving insurance.
- The Palau Aggressor II liveaboard offers scuba diving courses, and in particular a nitrox course, which are an optional extra charge. Click Scuba diving courses or Nitrox course to find other liveaboards that offer scuba courses onboard.
- If you would like to do extra dives on the Palau Aggressor II liveaboard, you will have to pay an extra charge for these.
Tip: click any of the linked items above to find other dive liveaboards with the same option.
List of Micronesia dive sites visited by the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard
We do not yet have region and dive site data set up for Micronesia.
The Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard scores 5/10 on the cabin features SDE Liveaboard Rating
My score of Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard is 5/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for Cabin Features, as it has 5 of the 10 key cabin features (see below).
The Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard includes air-conditioned cabins, which keeps your cabin cool and comfortable if you want to relax in your cabin between dives, and whilst you sleep at night. In addition, it includes complimentary toiletries to add extra comfort to your trip.
What’s more, it has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to your diving trip. You’ll also find it offers TV in cabins so you can unwind and watch TV between dives or in the evening before going to sleep after a long day of scuba diving.
Below I've listed the 10 key cabin features for the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard, where for this liveaboard it includes 5 of the 10 key features.
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Cabin FAQs for the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard
Do cabins on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard have en-suite bathrooms?
Is there air-conditioning in the cabins on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Are there family cabins on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Are there balcony or sea-view cabins on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Is there a hair dryer in the cabins on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Do cabins on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard have a safe box?
Is there a TV in the cabins on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Are the cabins non-smoking on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Are towels and toiletries provided on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
How many guests and cabins does the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard have?
Cabin information:
- The Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard provides cabin towels, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard does not offer a laundry service. If you would like this service onboard, click Laundry service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- The Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard does not offer a pressing service. If you would like this service onboard, click Pressing service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- The Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard provides complimentary toiletries, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard does not show dedicated family cabins and is not tagged as a family friendly cruise in the cabin features. If you are travelling with children, you may find a better fit by choosing from Liveaboards With Family Cabins for boats that offer family sized cabins, or Family Friendly Cruises for trips that are set up more clearly for families. You can still review the cabin layouts for this boat in the cabin types section below.
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The Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard includes the following cabin types:
- 8 Double/Twin cabins with ensuite bathrooms
- 1 cabin with a double bed and 1 single bed, with an ensuite bathroom
The Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard scores 6/10 on the boat features SDE Liveaboard Rating
My score of the Palau Aggressor II liveaboard is 6/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for Boat Features, as it has 6 of the 10 key boat features (see below).
The Palau Aggressor II liveaboard has a lounge for you to relax with onboard audio and video entertainment between dives or in the evenings. In addition, it has a cool indoor saloon with air conditioning, so you can relax between dives away from the heat and sun. What's more, it provides charging stations for phones, laptops, torches and underwater cameras so your batteries stay topped up and your dive kit is ready for the next dive.
Even better, it has dedicated deck areas for relaxing between dives, enjoying the views and making the most of your time onboard. You'll also find it includes transfer support, which can make getting to and from the boat easier and less stressful. Also, it includes towels onboard, which helps you pack lighter and makes life easier during your dive trip.
Below I've listed the 10 key boat features for the Palau Aggressor II liveaboard, where for this liveaboard it includes 6 of the 10 key features.
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No Smart Voyager accreditation
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No WIFI Internet
Boat FAQs for the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard
Does the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard have WiFi internet?
Does the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard have an air conditioned saloon?
Does the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard have an indoor saloon?
Does the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard have a sun deck or leisure deck?
Does the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard have an observation deck?
What onboard entertainment is available on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Is there a boutique or souvenir shop on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Is the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard family friendly?
Is the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard available for private charter?
What type of crew works on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
What is the crew to guest ratio on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Does the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard have Smart Voyager accreditation?
Boat information:
- The Palau Aggressor II liveaboard provides deck towels onboard, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip, but no beach towels are provided. Click Beach Towels to find liveaboards that offer these onboard.
- The Palau Aggressor II liveaboard offers hotel and airport transfers, which incurs an additional cost on top of your liveaboard trip.
- The Palau Aggressor II liveaboard has optional additional charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional optional charges include gratuities.
- The Palau Aggressor II liveaboard has additional required charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional costs that you are required to pay include port fees.
- The Palau Aggressor II liveaboard is not listed as a family friendly cruise and does not show dedicated family cabins in the features either. If you’d prefer a liveaboard that is better set up for families, click Family Friendly Cruises to see family oriented trips, or Liveaboards With Family Cabins to find boats that just offer cabins designed for families.
- The Palau Aggressor II liveaboard is available for private charter, making it a great option for scuba diving clubs, groups of friends, underwater photography teams, and families who want the whole boat to themselves. With up to 9 cabins available, your group can enjoy an exclusive itinerary, flexible dive schedule, and the privacy of a full-boat charter; click liveaboards available for private charter to compare this liveaboard with other boats that are available for private charter.
- The Palau Aggressor II liveaboard is not specifically listed as a budget-friendly option, and is better suited to divers who are happy to pay more for upgraded comfort, premium facilities, and a higher overall experience while exploring Micronesia’s dive sites; if your priority is keeping costs down, you can check current discounts using discounted liveaboards, or click Budget Friendly Liveaboards to compare this vessel with other liveaboards that are marketed as more budget-friendly.
The Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard scores 6/10 on the food features SDE Liveaboard Rating
My score of the Palau Aggressor II liveaboard is 6/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating For Food Features, as it has 6 of the 10 total key food and dining features (see below).
The Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard offers options for specific dietary requirements and you can add these in special requests on step two of the booking form. But you are requested to limit these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies. It has the benefit of fully inclusive meals, which includes breakfast, lunch and evening meals.
Below I've listed the 10 key food features for the Palau Aggressor II liveaboard, where for this liveaboard it includes 6 of the 10 key features.
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No Beach BBQ
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Fine cuisine
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Local food
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Snacks all day (Free)
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Western food
Dining FAQs for the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard
What meal plan does the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard offer?
Are dietary requirements accommodated on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Are vegetarian and vegan options available on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Is al fresco dining available on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Does the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard include a beach BBQ?
What dining style is used on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
What cuisine is served on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Are snacks provided on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Is premium dining available on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Dining and food information:
- Meals are served buffet style on the Palau Aggressor II liveaboard.
The Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard scores 7/10 on the drinks & refreshments SDE Liveaboard Rating
My score of the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard is 7/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating For Drinks and Refreshment Features, as it has 7 of the 10 total key drink and refreshment features (see below). In addition, this liveaboard includes alcoholic beverages, drinking water, soft drinks, tea & coffee, and wine with dinner in the trip price.
Below I've listed the 10 key drinks & refreshments features for the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard, where for this liveaboard it includes 7 of the 10 key features.
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Alcoholic beverages (Free)
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Bar
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Beer available
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Drinking water (Free)
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No Fine wines selection
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Free wine w/dinner
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Soft drinks (Free)
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Tea & coffee (Free)
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No Welcome cocktails
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No Wine available
Drinks & Refreshments FAQs for the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard
Which drinks are included on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Is there a bar onboard the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Is alcohol available on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Are soft drinks included on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Are tea and coffee included on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Is drinking water included on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Is wine with dinner included on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Are welcome cocktails offered on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Can I bring my own alcohol on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
How do I pay for drinks onboard the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Included in the price of your liveaboard trip:
- Alcoholic beverages
- Drinking water
- Soft drinks
- Tea & coffee
- Wine with dinner
The Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard scores 3/10 on the non-diver companion SDE Liveaboard Rating
My score of the Palau Aggressor II liveaboard is 3/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for Non-Diver Companion Rating, as it has 3 of the 10 total key non-diver companion features (see below).
The Palau Aggressor II liveaboard is suitable for non-divers, with activities such as snorkelling. These keep everyone involved between dives and make the trip enjoyable for partners or friends who prefer to stay above the surface. In addition, Snorkel gear is available on the Palau Aggressor II liveaboard, perfect for relaxed reef time between dives and for non-divers to join in the water. What’s more, A jacuzzi or hot tub is available on the Palau Aggressor II liveaboard, ideal for warming up after night dives or unwinding after a long day of diving.
Below I've listed the 10 key non-diver companion features for the Palau Aggressor II liveaboard, where for this liveaboard it includes 3 of the 10 key features.
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No Glass bottom boat
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No Wellness facilities
Non-Dive Companion FAQs for the Palau Aggressor II
Are kayaks available on the Palau Aggressor II?
Are stand up paddleboards available on the Palau Aggressor II?
Is snorkel gear provided on the Palau Aggressor II?
Is there a jacuzzi or hot tub on the Palau Aggressor II?
Is the Palau Aggressor II suitable for non-divers?
Is there a naturalist guide or naturalist itinerary on the Palau Aggressor II?
Is there a library on the Palau Aggressor II?
Is yoga offered on the Palau Aggressor II?
Are wellness services available on the Palau Aggressor II?
Are jet skis available on the Palau Aggressor II?
Is water skiing available on the Palau Aggressor II?
Is wakeboarding available on the Palau Aggressor II?
Is fishing offered on the Palau Aggressor II?
Is there a glass bottom boat on the Palau Aggressor II?
Are land excursions included on the Palau Aggressor II?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Underwater Photographer Features for the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard
My score of the Palau Aggressor II liveaboard is 4/5 on the SDE Underwater Photographer Rating, as it has 4 of the 5 key photographer facilities (see below).
The Palau Aggressor II liveaboard includes a dedicated camera room so you have a safe, dry area to build and service your underwater camera rig between dives. In addition, it has a dedicated camera station close to the dive deck, which lets you gear up quickly, check your housing and swap batteries or memory cards between dives.
What’s more, it offers a separate rinse tank for underwater cameras, which is crucial for protecting expensive camera equipment from scratches and damage. Also a dedicated camera tank avoids any risks that can arise from sharing space with general diving gear, such as regulators, wetsuits, and heavy fins to avoid contamitation from sand, salt, debris and any chemicals.
You’ll also find it provides dedicated charging stations for cameras, strobes, torches and laptops so your batteries are always topped up and ready for your next dive.
Below I've listed the 5 key underwater photographer features for the Palau Aggressor II liveaboard, where for this liveaboard it includes 4 of the 5 key features.
Underwater photographer FAQs for the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard
Is there a dedicated camera room on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Does the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard have a dedicated camera table or workstation?
Are there charging stations for cameras and batteries on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Is there a separate rinse tank for underwater cameras on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Does the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard have WiFi for backing up and sharing photos?
Is the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard a good choice for serious underwater photographers?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Technical Diving Features for the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard
My score of the Palau Aggressor II liveaboard is 1/3 on the SDE Tech Diving Rating, as it has 1 of the 3 key technical diving features (see below).
If you like to dive sidemount style the Palau Aggressor II supports sidemount diving, but when you plan your dives check the boat’s cylinder options and the deck set-up, so your configuration is comfortable and properly supported for the dives planned.
Below I've listed the 3 key tech diving features for the Palau Aggressor II liveaboard, where for this liveaboard it includes 1 of the 3 key features.
Tech diving FAQs for the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard
Is sidemount diving supported on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Is technical diving supported on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Is rebreather diving supported on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard?
Is The Palau Aggressor II Right For You?
Quick Facts about the Palau Aggressor II
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✓ The Palau Aggressor II Is Best For:
- ✓Intermediate divers looking to build experience
- ✓Social divers who enjoy meeting new people
- ✓Those who prefer stable catamaran design
- ✓Travelers who prefer to rent equipment rather than bring their own
- ✓Divers seeking multi-day immersive experiences
✗ The Palau Aggressor II Is Not Ideal For:
- ✗Budget-conscious travelers
- ✗Those who prefer day trips or shore-based diving
- ✗Divers seeking extreme or technical diving challenges
The Palau Aggressor II Is Perfect If You Want...
- •WWII wreck diving at Chuuk Lagoon
- •Blue water pelagic encounters
- •Remote Pacific atolls
- •Pristine coral reef systems
Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“Outstanding diving, service, and accommodations! This was the best liveaboard experience I have had to date. Highlights were the staff: Johnny: Amazing meals every day Ana: Hardworking, friendly, and always on top of keeping the rooms clean and tidy. Ike: Experienced and knowledgeable captain and great dive master / critter spotter. IB: Excellent dive guide, nice relaxed pace, great, thorough briefings. Daniel: As cruise director and divemaster, he demonstrated his commitment to making sure we all had a great trip. Very friendly, fun, and professional. Jay-R: Great backup dive guide, always with a warm smile. (Can't speak to his engineering skills, but everything worked with no issues). Jake: Skilled skiff driver, always helpful with a lively smile. Full throttle through the archway in Rock Islands was very impressive! Ronnie: Excellent DM and critter spotter. Always on top of making my sure our cameras were on board the skiff.”
Recommended for: Food was excellent. Staff was friendly, helpful, and very professional. Diving was amazing.
Customer Review By Jonathan G, from: United States scored the Palau Aggressor II 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 97 reviews and information click here: Palau Aggressor II .
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Palau Aggressor II Included in the Price
When you book the Palau Aggressor II dive liveaboard, your cruise price includes key items for an amazing dive safari in Micronesia. All your meals are included, so you can focus on diving.
These inclusions provide excellent value and a hassle-free cruise experience. Below is everything included in your Palau Aggressor II liveaboard fare.
A review of the list of features 'included' in the price of the Palau Aggressor II liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature included in the price, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Included Accommodation
- Included Alcoholic beverages
- Included Cabin towels
- Included Complimentary toiletries
- Included Deck towels
- Included Diving package
- Included Drinking water
- Included Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- Included Snacks
- Included Soft drinks
- Included Tea & coffee
- Included VAT
- Included Wine with dinner
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The other features that are either not included in the price or not available at all on the Palau Aggressor II liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Not included Airport transfers
- Not included Nitrox
- Not included Snorkel equipment
- Not included Beer
- Not included Dive guide
- Not included Diving equipment
Palau Aggressor II Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Palau Aggressor II charter with these optional upgrades available for an additional cost. Nitrox helps extend your bottom time at the sites around Micronesia.
These extras let you tailor the trip to your preferences. See the list below.
A review of the list of 'optional extras' charged on top of the price for the Palau Aggressor II liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards including this in the price:
- Paid extra Airport transfers (Paid extra)
- Paid extra Diving insurance (Paid extra)
- Paid extra Extra dives (Paid extra)
- Paid extra Gratuities (Paid extra)
- Paid extra Hotel transfer (Paid extra)
- Paid extra Nitrox (Paid extra)
- Paid extra Nitrox course (Paid extra)
- Paid extra Rental gear (Paid extra)
- Paid extra Scuba diving courses (Paid extra)
- Paid extra Snorkel Gear (Paid extra)
- Paid extra Travel insurance (Paid extra)
Palau Aggressor II Required Paid Extras
Please note some essential costs are not included in the base price of the Palau Aggressor II dive cruise and must be paid additionally.
Budget for these mandatory costs when planning your liveaboard trip. See the list below.
A review of the list of 'required extras' not included in the price for the Palau Aggressor II liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards where this is covered in the price (when applicable):
- Required extra Port fees (Required extra)
Palau Aggressor II Vessel Details
- Length: 32.31m (106.0ft)
- Beam: 9.14m (30.0ft)
- Max guests: 18
- Cabins: 9
- Bathrooms: 9
Palau Aggressor II Boat Navigation and Safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
A review of the full list of navigation and safety features for the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard. Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard scores 88% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 15 out of 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- Included Bilge Pump Alarm
- Included Crew Trained in First Aid
- Included Depth Sounder
- Included E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
- Included Emergency Flares
- Included Emergency Rafts
- Included Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- Included First Aid Kits
- Included GPS
- Included Life Vests
- Included Oxygen
- Included Radar
- Included Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- Included Satellite & Mobile Phones
- Included Search light
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The palau aggressor ii boat navigation and safety that are not found on the Palau Aggressor II Liveaboard:
- Not included Engine room CCTV
- Not included Fishfinder