The world-renowned Aggressor fleet is represented in some of the world's best dive destinations and Cocos is no exception, with the 36m long Okeanos Aggressor II running 10 night trips around this Pacific gem.
Restored in 2010, this steel mono-hulled motor yacht accommodates up to 22 divers in 11 cabins all of which are air-conditioned and feature private en-suite bathrooms. The upper deck suites are quite spacious, with large seaview windows and individual-controlled air-conditioning.
Guests normally dive 3 or 4 times a day and nitrox is available. All divers are issued with personal satellite tracking devices to help minimize the risk of lost personnel at this remote spot. Photographers will appreciate the charging stations, camera table and camera rinse tank on the dive deck. The saloon also features computers which can be used to review your latest images. Memories of diving on this Cocos liveaboard, whether recorded or not, will stay with you forever since it is a truly unique destination.
To help pass the time during the crossings, you can enjoy the entertainment facilities in the air-conditioned saloon including a TV with DVDs, games and a library including general reading as well as marine-related books. You will also enjoy chef-prepared meals on Okeanos Aggressor II, with your days dining starting with breakfast cooked to order.
All drinks are complimentary on this diving cruise. Cocos Island may be a challenge to get to but you will not want for comfort when there are little touches like bathrobes, toiletries and hair-dryers, allowing you to complement awesome scuba experiences with a little bit of pampering.
Okeanos Aggressor II has a total of 11 staterooms, all with private en-suite bathrooms: 8 Deluxe staterooms, 1 Master stateroom and 2 Suites. The Deluxe staterooms each have a lower double bed and single upper bed, and are all on the lower deck. The Master stateroom on the main deck has a queen bed and is equipped with a TV/ VCR, as well as a porthole.
The 2 suites are situated on the upper deck. They each have sea view windows, a 42" flat screen monitor and DVD player, refrigerator, separate shower cubicle, table and chairs; one suite has a king bed, the other has twin beds.
All the cabins have:
- Individual controlled air-conditioning
- Private en-suite bathroom with hot water shower and hand basin
- Hairdryer, bathrobe, towels and toiletries
- Suites and Master have windows, cabins on lower deck have portholes
- TV and movie player
- Bathrobes (Suites and Master only)
- Bedside reading lights
- Wardrobe and mirror
- Bedding
- Fire warning system
- Fire extinguisher and life jackets
- USA flat 2-pin 110V electricity
No. of bathrooms / showers - 12 / 14 - hot water
Cocos Island (11 Days / 10 Nights - 21 Dives)
Trip highlights: whale sharks, hammerhead sharks, shark action, dolphins, manta rays, schooling fish & big pelagics
Diving environment: advanced divers, off the beaten track
Dive sites and activities: Cocos Island, including Dos Amigos, Manuelita, Bajo Alcyone and Dirty Rock
Day 1
Pick up time from your hotel in San Jose varies as the boat departure from Puntarenas is planned according to the tides. A stunning view of the lush country side is a bonus during your 2 hour journey to the boat. You will be greeted by the Okeanos Aggressor crew and escorted on board. Enjoy some refreshments and the boat briefing, while the liveaboard starts its long trip (approx. 36 hours) to Cocos Island.
Days 2-10
The seas around the remote Cocos Island are teeming with big marine life. The main attraction is of course the huge groups of scalloped hammerhead sharks, some numbering in their hundreds! But there are plenty of other shark species too -whitetip reef sharks, whale sharks, Galapagos, tiger, silky, blacktip, silvertip and guitar sharks. There are also many species of rays: mobula, marble, manta and eagle rays visiting cleaning stations, and big schools of Pacific fish, such as creolefish.
On most days you will wake up and enjoy a continental breakfast at 07:00 hrs followed by the 1st dive of your safari at 08:00 hrs. Be ready for a week of encounters with a huge volume of fish: from hunting jacks and trevallies to silvertips and hammerhead sharks. A full breakfast is served before the 2nd dive of the morning. There is always a dive briefing before the dives to introduce the underwater topography and the marine life you are about to see at each dive site.
Buffet style lunch is usually at 12:00 hrs and the food served is varied and plentiful, with a variety of American-style dishes, barbecues and a bit of local cuisine. You might not want to miss the 3rd dive of the trip at 14:00 hrs as there are always chances to see whale sharks in these waters, most often from June until the end of September. Afternoon snacks and relaxation time are all yours in the afternoon. Dinner is then at 18:00 hrs. There is no night diving in Cocos Island for safety reasons - it is when the tiger sharks are more likely to be in hunting mode.
Days 2 and 10 do not include a full day of diving due to the late arrival at/early departure from Cocos Island.
Day 11
The Okeanos Aggressor returns to the dock in Puntarenas and check-out after an early light breakfast. You will be transferred either to your hotel or to the San Jose Airport.
Cocos Island (13 Days / 12 Nights - 30 Dives)
Trip highlights: whale sharks, hammerhead sharks, shark action, dolphins, manta rays, schooling fish & big pelagics
Diving environment: advanced divers, off the beaten track
Dive sites and activities: Cocos Island, including Dos Amigos, Manuelita, Bajo Alcyone and Dirty Rock
Day 1
Pick up time from your hotel in San Jose varies as the boat departure from Puntarenas is planned according to the tides. A stunning view of the lush country side is a bonus during your 2 hour journey to the boat. You will be greeted by the Okeanos Aggressor crew and escorted on board. Enjoy some refreshments and the boat briefing, while the liveaboard starts its long trip (approx. 36 hours) to Cocos Island.
Days 2-12
The seas around the remote Cocos Island are teeming with big marine life. The main attraction is of course the huge groups of scalloped hammerhead sharks, some numbering in their hundreds! But there are plenty of other shark species too -whitetip reef sharks, whale sharks, Galapagos, tiger, silky, blacktip, silvertip and guitar sharks. There are also many species of rays: mobula, marble, manta and eagle rays visiting cleaning stations, and big schools of Pacific fish, such as creolefish.
On most days you will wake up and enjoy a continental breakfast at 07:00 hrs followed by the 1st dive of your safari at 08:00 hrs. Be ready for a week of encounters with a huge volume of fish: from hunting jacks and trevallies to silvertips and hammerhead sharks. A full breakfast is served before the 2nd dive of the morning. There is always a dive briefing before the dives to introduce the underwater topography and the marine life you are about to see at each dive site.
Buffet style lunch is usually at 12:00 hrs and the food served is varied and plentiful, with a variety of American-style dishes, barbecues and a bit of local cuisine. You might not want to miss the 3rd dive of the trip at 14:00 hrs as there are always chances to see whale sharks in these waters, most often from June until the end of September. Afternoon snacks and relaxation time are all yours in the afternoon. Dinner is then at 18:00 hrs. There is no night diving in Cocos Island for safety reasons - it is when the tiger sharks are more likely to be in hunting mode.
Days 2 and 12 do not include a full day of diving due to the late arrival at/early departure from Cocos Island.
Day 13
The Okeanos Aggressor returns to the dock in Puntarenas and check-out after an early light breakfast. You will be transferred either to your hotel or to the San Jose Airport.
Cocos Island (9 Days / 8 Nights - 17 Dives)
Trip highlights: whale sharks, hammerhead sharks, shark action, dolphins, manta rays, schooling fish & big pelagics
Diving environment: advanced divers, off the beaten track
Dive sites and activities: Cocos Island, including Dos Amigos, Manuelita, Bajo Alcyone and Dirty Rock
Day 1
Pick up time from your hotel in San Jose varies as the boat departure from Puntarenas is planned according to the tides. A stunning view of the lush country side is a bonus during your 2 hour journey to the boat. You will be greeted by the Okeanos Aggressor crew and escorted on board. Enjoy some refreshments and the boat briefing, while the liveaboard starts its long trip (approx. 36 hours) to Cocos Island.
Days 2-8
The seas around the remote Cocos Island are teeming with big marine life. The main attraction is of course the huge groups of scalloped hammerhead sharks, some numbering in their hundreds! But there are plenty of other shark species too -whitetip reef sharks, whale sharks, Galapagos, tiger, silky, blacktip, silvertip and guitar sharks. There are also many species of rays: mobula, marble, manta and eagle rays visiting cleaning stations, and big schools of Pacific fish, such as creolefish.
On most days you will wake up and enjoy a continental breakfast at 07:00 hrs followed by the 1st dive of your safari at 08:00 hrs. Be ready for a week of encounters with a huge volume of fish: from hunting jacks and trevallies to silvertips and hammerhead sharks. A full breakfast is served before the 2nd dive of the morning. There is always a dive briefing before the dives to introduce the underwater topography and the marine life you are about to see at each dive site. Buffet style lunch is usually at 12:00 hrs and the food served is varied and plentiful, with a variety of American-style dishes, barbecues and a bit of local cuisine. You might not want to miss the 3rd dive of the trip at 14:00 hrs as there are always chances to see whale sharks in these waters, most often from June until the end of September. Afternoon snacks and relaxation time are all yours in the afternoon. Dinner is then at 18:00 hrs. There is no night diving in Cocos Island for safety reasons - it is when the tiger sharks are more likely to be in hunting mode.
Days 2 and 8 do not include diving due to the late arrival at/early departure from Cocos Island.
Day 9
The Okeanos Aggressor returns to the dock in Puntarenas and the check-out is after an early light breakfast. You will be transferred either to your hotel or to the San Jose Airport.
[Information is best estimate in ideal circumstances and subject to changes beyond our control. The itinerary is a guide only and may be adapted to best suit the weather, tides, currents, availability and other prevailing events. Price is for the cruise, not for an exact number of dives].
The crew of 9 comprise:
- Captain
- Cruise leader/Instructor
- Dive Master
- Engineer
- Head Chef
- Assistant Cook
- Steward/Maid
- 2 Deck Hands
2 x Motorised dive tenders - Dive deck with toilet and 3 hot water showers - Camera table, battery charging stations and separate rinse tank - Main deck 516ft² (48m²) air-conditioned saloon with restaurant and bar - TV, video player and music system - Satellite phone, computer with email (rental use) - Photo and video editing facilities - Board games - Library with movies, magazines, general and fish ID books - Sundeck and shaded area with sun chairs - Ship Shape Boutique - Water dispenser
Meals are enjoyed in the saloon/dining area. Lunch is served buffet-style and dinner features table-side service. The menu includes a mix of international cuisine and local specialties with a Costa Rican flavour. In addition to meals, mid-morning and mid-afternoon snacks are served to ensure you are well-fed between meals and dives. All drinks including alcohol are included in the liveaboard cruise price.
- International and local Costa Rican cuisine is served.
- Air-conditioned dining in saloon with both buffet and table served meals.
- Meals consist of breakfast, lunch and dinner with cookies and snacks in-between.
- Coffee, tea, drinking water, soft drinks, spirits, beer and wine are provided free of charge.
- All dietary requirements, including Halal and vegetarian, can be catered for - please send advanced notice.
- Catering begins with lunch on your first day after check-in.
Breakfast samples:
eggs to order, cereals, bacon/sausage, sliced cheese, croissants/toast, fresh fruit, yoghurt, apple strudel, fruit juice, tea & coffee.
Lunch/dinner samples:
pork with apple sauce, sea bass, tortillas, pasta, pizza, burgers, final night barbecue.
"
Equipment at the right size were available and at good condition. Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. Liveaboard is a little bit on the "ageing" side but this is compensated by the great service and food that we received." -
Cristin Lee, Malaysia, 23 April 2015 ...
"
This trip has surpassed my expectations. Probably the best, most organized trip I have ever been on. Staff was extremely friendly and accomodating. We were treated like royalty. Our wishes were their quest. All details were paid attention to. Safety was their number one concern. The diving was beyond words. It is definitely worth every penny and worth travelling the distance. BTW, the food was out of this world. Cant wait to go back." -
Nahla Lorenzi, USA, 30 January 2014 ...
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Okeanos Aggressor II, Cocos has small cabins relative to other liveaboards. Great personable service. Excellent cuisine and great diving." -
Peter Kubica, Canada, 6 March 2013 ...
