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S/Y Colona II

Specifications

The famous yacht COLONA II has been around for many years. "Around", in this case, can be taken literally as she has circumnavigated the world twice. If you recognise her name it is probably from one of the countless articles in the various diving magazines that have featured owner Freddy Storheil and his yacht over the last fifteen years.

COLONA II has now been operating in the Mergui Archipelago since 1997, we simply love the area's beauty and the new discoveries one can make time after time here. COLONA II always makes a point to try new sites besides the ones already known. This way some dive sites and places on islands have been found we'd rather not reveal here, but which are absolutely mind- blowing!

Having undertaken sail/dive charters for over 17 years now, Freddy knows what guests are looking for: exciting new experiences, world class diving, good food and a relaxing atmosphere on board.


The Yacht

COLONA II is a 17,5 m (55 ft) monohull steel yacht, ketch rigged, built by Perry in the UK. She takes a maximum of 8 guests who are accommodated in 4 twin cabins and one double. The yacht is air-conditioned throughout. The varnished teak and mahogany interior creates a pleasant, romantic, atmosphere. The saloon has a stereo and a video system, so you can play back your efforts with the camera. COLONA II's navigation station is fully equipped with all modern electronics, for communication there are VHF and SSB radio's.

Outside we find a roomy cockpit which offers shade and shelter for the hot sun and the odd tropical rain shower. The cabin roof and foredeck have ample space for sunbathing or sleeping under the stars.

The large shaded aft deck has plenty of space for kitting up for the maximum of 6 divers, special tank benches with incorporated gearlockers make that there is no necessity of moving around with cylinders or gear between dives. Between dives the B.C.D's can remain on the tanks which are refilled by the electrically driven Bauer compressor. This compressor is situated below decks in the bow and is so silent one simply does not hear it. Torches and strobes can be recharged in the saloon or in the cabins. A specially designed diveladder makes entry and exit easy and the RIB tender facilitates drift dives and is used for forays ashore. All diving is under the guidance of a qualified DiveMaster. Dive tuition, along PADI guidelines, is possible but normally only on private-or full boat charter, please inquire. Usually there are 2-3 dives per day and a night dive if so desired.


The Cruises

COLONA II undertakes 5- ,6-, and 8-10 day trips throughout the Mergui Archipelago. They can go as far Black Rock as in the North and Western Rocky Island in the South ,also the fabled Burma Banks can be visited.

On request Colona II will make cruises to the Andaman Islands as well, minimum 10 days, please inquire.

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