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DESCRIPTION OF OUR WHALE WATCHING ZODIACS
A fantastic fun-filled fresh-air experience! Our zodiac-style
boats are designed for high speed and quick turns. Our
skippers have years of experience and the most current,
in-depth knowledge of what's happening on the water.
Feel the power of the Pacific Ocean first hand!
Our ten zodiac-style, open boats offer guests an exciting
adventure ride - complete with sea spray. Five of these
boats have marine toilet facilities, and the all-weather
suits we provide only add to the fun!
Each boat is equipped with twin Mercury OptiMax outboard
engines, which are the highest ranked in fuel efficiency,
emission standards and noise pollution.
The small size of the Zodiac allows the passengers
to get to know their captain and ask plenty of questions.
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SUGGESTIONS
Pregnancy
Your safety is our primary concern. If you're
pregnant, please advise us before booking.
Individuals with any health concerns or physical discomforts
should consider the Ocean Magic.
Seasickness
If you're prone to seasickness, consider reserving the
zodiac-style, open boat; an unobstructed view helps
ease nausea.
IMPORTANT
Unsure?
If you have any questions or concerns, please call (888)
383-4884.
Tour Group Companies
If you represent a tour group company, please contact
us. Our qualified staff will answer any questions you
may have.
What Should You Bring?
Simple! A camera, sunscreen, a water bottle, a light
snack, sunglasses and warm clothing.
What Do We Provide?
We provide full-body survival suits. So, you don't need
to bring your own (life) jacket!
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DESCRIPTION
OCEAN MAGIC WHALE WATCHING VESSEL
| Based on the
successful Naiad Explorer, Prince of Whales' new
all-alluminum 62-foot Ocean Magic is raising the
bar for big, high-performance whale watching vessels.
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Simon Hill / Mariner Life Magazine |
Prince of Whales' new big boats, the OCEAN
MAGIC I & II, are 62-foot aluminum
express cruisers capable of cruising at 30 knots an
hour and seating 74 passengers. The boat functions as
a floating classroom staffed by marine biologists who
provide an educational narrative about the marine mammals
you'll see along the way. Keep your camera handy!
The high-speed vessel looks like a "zodiac on
steroids", but it's made entirely of welded aluminum
to provide extra stability.
The top deck is capable of seating 40 passengers, the
aft deck is capable of seating 25. The main passenger
cabin, located below the wheelhouse and top deck, features
a heated passenger seating area, airline-style washrooms
and a small pantry. Mid-ship seating is open to provide
a generous view from inside the cabin, but can be protected
with clear vinyl curtains during transit. The forward
cabin is entirely enclosed behind large glass windows
and serves as a warm-up area during cooler weather.
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OCEAN MAGIC
MEDIA
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Other features include:
- One of the most reliable engines, equipped with
the latest fuel saving technologies
- A "whale friendly" noise signature both
above and underwater
- Two large, outdoor observation decks, capable of
seating 50 passengers
- A cabin that uses heat from the engine to warm
passengers on cooler days
- A pantry area equipped with two small refrigerators
and microwave
- Snacks and beverages available on tours
- Full recycling system
- Environmentally friendly cleaning products
- An "indoor-outdoor" effect when mid-ship
window curtains are rolled up
- Two certified wildlife naturalists onboard to educate
passengers
- Quick easy roll up storm windows in midship cabin
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BOAT STATISTICS:
- Length: 61 feet, 10 inches
- Beam: 18 feet, 4 inches
- Construction: All-aluminum RHIB-derivative
with double-walled sides plus buoyancy collar
- Designer: John Simpson, working with Naiad
Inflatables
- Builder: Sylte Shipyard, Maple Ridge
- Power: Twin Caterpillar 3406E diesels
- Gears: TwinDisc MGX5114 2:1, electronically
controlled
- Propulsion: Arneson ASD12 surface drives
with five-bladed Nibral 35-inch by 37-inch propellers
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SUGGESTIONS
Pregnancy
Your safety is our primary concern. If you're
pregnant, please advise us before booking.
Individuals with any health concerns or physical discomforts
should consider the Ocean Magic.
Seasickness
If you're prone to seasickness, consider reserving the
zodiac-style, open boat; an unobstructed view helps
ease nausea.
IMPORTANT
Unsure?
If you have any questions or concerns, please call (888)
383-4884.
Tour Group Companies
If you represent a tour group company, please contact
us. Our qualified staff will answer any questions you
may have.
What Should You Bring?
Simple! A camera, sunscreen, a water bottle, a light
snack, sunglasses and warm clothing.
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