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                                                    Cat Ppalu

                                                    Cat Ppalu is a 65-foot sailing catamaran in the Bahamas, accommodating up to 12 guests in 6 cabins, offering diving, snorkeling, kayaking, and island exploration.

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                                                    • Fully air-conditioned galley and dining salon with seating for 12

                                                    • Air conditioning throughout

                                                    • Watermaker

                                                    • Icemakers

                                                    • VHF & HF Radios, cell phone

                                                    • TV, VCR, Stereo & DVD

                                                    • Loran, GPS & Radar

                                                    • Ocean Kayaks

                                                    • Stand-up paddleboards (SUPs)

                                                    • Windsurfers

                                                    • Fishing Gear

                                                    • Forward trampoline area

                                                    • Large selection of movies and games on board

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                                                    • 12 Dinghy

                                                    • Scuba Tanks & Wt Belts

                                                    • 17 CFM Compressor

                                                    • 2 electric pump heads

                                                    • 2 fresh water showers

                                                    Location

                                                    Weekly trips from Nassau to the Exuma Islands originate at the Nassau Harbor Club.

                                                    Dive Overview

                                                    The Bahamas are home to Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park. These protected waters are thick with coral reefs and home to a diverse variety of marine life. With an emphasis on personalized service, the crew of the Cat Ppalu ensures that its guests have a relaxing and rejuvenating dive experience.

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                                                    Accommodation Overview

                                                    The charter sailboat Cat Ppalu accommodates up to 12 passengers in 4 double cabins and 2 twin cabins.

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                                                    Cat Ppalu Cabin Details

                                                    • CABINS 1, 2 & 5: Main deck, featuring double bed, 2 windows, private vanity, and sink.
                                                    • CABINS # 3 & 4: Main deck, each with 2 twin berths, 2 windows, private vanity, and sink.
                                                    • CABIN 6: Below main deck, with double bed, porthole and private vanity and sink.

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                                                    Food & Drinks

                                                    Serves three meals a day, as well as snacks and fresh fruits. Fresh fish or lobster is also served, in season, when caught. Most meals served will be a combination of Bahamian and American cuisine. A selection of beverages is always on hand, from soft drinks and lemonade to beer, wine, and rum drinks.


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                                                    UTC-5

                                                    Local Currency

                                                    BSD (Bahamian Dollar)

                                                    Payment methods

                                                    Cash or credit card (MasterCard, Visa or Discover)

                                                    Electricity

                                                    110 volts

                                                    Language

                                                    English

                                                    Boat specifications

                                                    Rig: Schooner-Rigged Catamaran

                                                    Year built: 1984

                                                    Year renovated: 2018

                                                    Length: 65 feet

                                                    Beam: 31 feet

                                                    Draft: 4 feet

                                                    Speed: 5-6 knots

                                                    Engines: 2 Isuzu C240 67 HP

                                                    Max guests: 12

                                                    Number of cabins: 6

                                                    Number of bathrooms: 2

                                                    Tenders: 1 - 12 ft. inflatable

                                                    Water capacity: 500 gallons

                                                    Fuel capacity: 500 gallons

                                                    Freshwater maker: 30 gallons per hour

                                                    Special Features & Equipment: Air Conditioning, Watermaker/Icemaker, VHF & HF Radios

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