MV Moonlighting

The MV Moonlighting operates out of Madang on the north coast of PNG. One of the prettiest towns in the South Pacific, Madang offers a wide range of easily accessible dive sites and is also the prime location from which to access the remote outer islands and reefs. These reefs are rarely visited by divers and provide spellbinding underwater action with superb visibility and prolific fish life. Dives comprise of a mixture of spectacular drop-offs, drift-dives and remarkably intact wrecks, including World War II American and Japanese fighter planes and merchant ships.

M.V. Moonlighting is currently Madang's only dedicated liveaboard dive boat.

She is a Grand Banks 50 able to accommodate six divers and three crew in air-conditioned comfort.

The crew endeavours to make this the dive holiday you dreamt of: beautiful underwater scenery, spectacular marine life, top class service, deluxe comfort and delicious food. We will satisfy the senses and create long-lasting memories.

Moonlighting has a specially tailored dive platform allowing easy access to the water. Conscientious dive crew are always there to help you with your gear.

DIVE SITES
Remote pristine reefs offer underwater vistas ranging from volcanic sea mounts, drift dive passages and dramatic drop-offs draped with vibrantly coloured corals and sponges. Reefs rising up from the deep blue to just below the surface host a wealth of exotic marine life. Divers will be enthralled by large schools of pelagics: Barracuda, Trevally, Dogtooth Tuna and Mackerel. Adding to the profusion of life are Manta Rays, Turtles and Reef Sharks. Closer inspection of the reef reveals an amazing array of smaller inhabitants such as colourful nudibranchs and curious clown fish. In all, a wonderland of diverse reef ecosystems.

Papua New Guinea saw some of the most bitter fighting during World War 2. As a result, many WW2 wrecks are to be found both above and below the water. Aircraft and shipwrecks such as an American B-25 Mitchell Bomber, a Cobra, an American freighter and several Japanese merchant ships provide wreck diving that is unsurpassed in the world. In addition to the sheer awe-inspiring presence of these historical icons, the rich tropical waters have encouraged a profusion of marine life to form in and around the wrecks.

Charters usually sail from Madang to the outer lying islands and reefs, however, charters can always be tailored to your specific wishes. Dependent upon trip length, weather and currents, the following sites are amongst those which can be visited.