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Dive Review of Cayman Aggressor IV in
Cayman Islands

Cayman Aggressor IV, Jul, 2014,

by Doug Moore, CO, US ( 2 reports). Report 7691.

No photos available at this time

Ratings and Overall Comments 1 (worst) - 5 (best):

Accommodations 4 stars Food 5 stars
Service and Attitude 5 stars Environmental Sensitivity 5 stars
Dive Operation 5 stars Shore Diving N/A
Snorkeling N/A
Value for $$ 5 stars
Beginners 3 stars
Advanced 3 stars
Comments I would recommend the Cayman Aggressor. The operation is well run with a great crew. I really didn't have any issues but all the small details were handled quickly and efficiently. A1 Scuba in Denver CO set up the trip and we had to boat to ourselves. The boat was sold out even though 2 people had last minute cancellations.

We spent the first night on Grand Cayman. We were welcomed and immediately upon boarding set up our equipment and the empty bags were left on shore. The rooms while small had plenty of room for storing your clothes and other items. We made 4 dives the second day there and then at dinner time left for Little Cayman. We did the 32 dives on Bloody Bay Wall, 1 dive off of Cayman Brac and 2 morning dives on Grand Cayman after the return crossing. A total of 39 dives were offered, I managed 36. Both crossings were smooth with the great weather we enjoyed.

The weather was beautiful the whole time we were there. The food was excellent and plentiful. If you expect to lose weight on this boat you will be disappointed. Plenty of food, very well prepared. Kingsley the chef is an excellent cook with deserts to die for. Served at the table mostly with the occasional buffet style. Jonathan was everywhere and seemed ready to take care of any problem large or small. Rodel kept the tanks full and always had a smile on his face. Heather and Emily worked their tails off diving, taking photos and general hard work. Captain Alan works hard and is entertaining and very experienced. He is reported to be getting ready to retire in a month or so.

Though this is only my second live aboard I find it hard to believe it could get any better. The only negative was the problems with the Nitrox. We got 32% for the first half of the trip and some sort of problem occurred and we finished the trip with 28-29%. The cost was discounted to compensate for this.

Without a doubt I would do this trip again without hesitation. It will be a great memory for me for many years to come.

Websites Cayman Aggressor IV   Cayman Aggressor IV

Reporter and Travel

Dive Experience 101-250 dives
Where else diving Cozumel, Bahamas, Honduras
Closest Airport Getting There

Dive Conditions

Weather dry Seas calm, no currents
Water Temp 83-85°F / 28-29°C Wetsuit Thickness 0
Water Visibility 60-100 Ft/ 18-30 M

Dive Policy

Dive own profile yes
Enforced diving restrictions You were told to be safe responsible divers, that you are responsible for your safety. Safety was stressed at very detailed briefings. Must have a buddy, no solo divers. We were all recreational divers. There was a guide in the water and you could follow or do your own dive.
Liveaboard? yes Nitrox Available? yes

What I Saw

Sharks Lots Mantas None
Dolphins None Whale Sharks None
Turtles > 2 Whales None
Corals 4 stars Tropical Fish 5 stars
Small Critters 3 stars Large Fish 3 stars
Large Pelagics N/A

Underwater Photography 1 (worst) - 5 (best):

Subject Matter 5 stars Boat Facilities 4 stars
Overall rating for UWP's 4 stars Shore Facilities N/A
UW Photo Comments Nice sized camera table with air for drying equipment. Equipment was handled with care getting in and out of the water.
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