Boat & Crew

Calypso Star 2

Launched by the Honourable John Rau MP, Deputy Premier of South Australia in October 201, this magnificent vessel was customised for our Shark Cage Diving Charters.

The MV Calypso Star 2

MV Calypso Star 2 was acquired in 2010 and underwent an extensive refit to transform her into the magnificent vessel she is today. Calypso Star 2 is the pride of our fleet and ensures that our guests have the ultimate adventure whilst on our 1 day Shark Cage Diving Tours.

MV Calypso Star 2

• Length 19.95m (65'), Beam 6.2m, Draught 1.85m, Weight 45 tonnes
• South Australian Survey 1C to 30 Nautical Miles
• All weather capable vessel with the latest navigation and communication system
• Up to 5 Crew, Skipper, Engineer, Host and Deckhand
• Powered by CAT C32-1450Hp, 19Kva & 35Kva Gensets for electrical requirements
• Cruise speed of 16 Knots. (2.5 hrs to Neptune Islands)
• Fully enclosed, spacious saloon, lounge style seating.
• Reverse Cycle air-conditioning
• Full Galley, meals area and bar
• Covered main deck. Outdoor seating
• Huge upper deck just perfect for shark spotting!
• 2 Fresh HOT water showers open onto main deck (3000 Litre per day fresh water system)
  plus 2 Full flush toilets
• Huge swim platform to carry our massive 8 person shark cage. Hiab Crane for cage retrieval
• Plenty of 240v power, don't forget your camera charger
• Complies with all EPA & Department of Environment waste water requirements.

MV Calypso Star was launched in 2000 and was purpose built for our Shark Cage Diving Charters. She offers the best safety, comfort and performance.

With the launch of Calypso Star 2, the Calypso Star was transformed to be used for our new exciting venture, Swim with the Sea Lions, giving guests an up close and enjoyable time swimming with the seas most playful creatures.

MV Calypso Star - H002

• Length 17.3m, Beam 5m, Draught, 1.54m, weight 30 tons
• Full South Australian Transport Department Survey
• All weather capable vessel
• Crew of 3, Skipper, Host and Deckhand
• Powered by twin 6V92 Detroit Diesels, 14kva Genset for 240v power
• Cruise speed of 16 Knots (2 ½ hours to Neptune Island)
• Purpose built for Shark Cage Diving
• 2 Hot showers and full flush toilets
• Full galley, Fantastic hot food and bar onboard
• Carries our 4 person Shark Cage, Hiab crane for cage retrieval
• Spacious saloon with reverse cycle air-conditioning
• Large carpeted cockpit and Fly bridge decks- Great view
• 8 bunks for a snooze while travelling