Blackbeards Morning Star, Bahamas
9.2 Superb - Aircon Cabins
- Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
“Dive master (Sera) was excellent working with me on my first dives after open water certification. ”
Highlights
Blackbeard's Morning Star liveaboard offers year-round budget-friendly dive liveaboard trips to the world-renowned dive sites of the Bahamas. She is the identical twin to Blackbeard's Sea Explorer, part of the Blackbeard's Fleet. Morning Star has 3 dormitory-style cabins, which are either single or double bunk beds and have a privacy curtain. Each dorm cabin is air-conditioned, and there are 3 shared bathrooms. In between dives, guests can relax on the bow or hang out with other guests in the indoor air-conditioned salon, and all meals, snacks, and drinks, including Rum Punch, wine, and beer, are included during your stay.
Morning Star dive trips explore the beautiful crystal clear waters of the Exuma Cays. There is no set itinerary; the captain and crew will take you wherever the conditions and weather are good to offer you the best diving in the area. With over 250 moored dives sites there is something for everyone. From thrilling shark dives, stunning walls, blue holes, and high-speed drift dives this truly is the best of the Bahamas. With up to 19 dives per week available, Blackbeard's Morning Star liveaboard truly does offer great value for money.
Call us or book online today to start planning your dive trip aboard the Blackbeard's Morning Star liveaboard.
Please Note: Morning Star and Sea Explorer are identical twin sisters and may be used interchangeably. Whilst we can take requests for specific bunks, they are not guaranteed, and the rate is per person, not per bunk.
This boat is part of the All Star Liveaboards fleet.
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Included: VAT, Alcoholic Beverages, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Wine with Dinner, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Land Excursions, WiFi internet.
Required Extras: Port Fees (205-210 USD).
Optional Extras: Travel Insurance, Gratuities, Airport Transfer (18-36 USD), Private Dive Guide (650 USD per trip), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses.
Book now, pay later: You can easily place your booking online. We will then hold the spaces for you and you can confirm with a payment later.
* Extra fees are shown per person.
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Blackbeards Morning Star Reviews
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- 9.2 Superb
- Vessel 8.0
- Crew 9.6
- Food 9.7
- Diving 9.2
- Value 9.5
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- 10 Exceptional
- Daniel M
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United States
Will be back in a month
From start to finish was an amazing experience with friendly knowledgeable crew and fellow divers
- Recommended for
- Friendly crew. Amazing service. Variety of diving.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Beth T
- United States
Look no further for your next liveaboard!
I’ve never been on a liveaboard before and I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. The price seemed too good to be true for all that was promised in the description, and all of the reviews were glowing. But I was absolutely blown away by my week on Morning Star. (I’ve already booked my second trip!) The fact that our chef, Candela, was preparing food for 25 people in a 4x6 foot kitchen alone is impressive. It’s even more impressive that she did it at sea during fowl weather. But to top it off, her food was AMAZING! Better than any food I’ve had in any hotel or resort. The weather our week wasn’t the best, but you’d never know it due to the bright and cheerful personalities of all of the crew members! They made every rainy moment, every windy day on deck, feel like the best time to be alive. The deck hand, Michael, was especially good at keeping the vibes high. He could have the whole boat laughing their faces off with some of his stories. The first mate/captain for our week, Alex, had us all in awe with tales of his previous job as a “professional shark feeder.” It was so cool getting to hear so many different stories of how all the crew members found themselves at Blackbeard’s! Not only did the crew know how to keep guests entertained, they also were so down to earth and genuine about making connections with guests. I felt really lucky to have that experience, and to learn more about the people who make the trip so great. We only had 13 guests aboard our week, which made the whole experience feel all the more intimate and special. I was able to make so many connections with the other guests and the crew members. It was really cool actually seeing what all it takes to make the trip happen. Of course there’s the diving, but there’s also the preparation of the food, and keeping the boat clean, and the actual sailing of the boat. I knew nothing about sailing before the trip, but watching the crew do their thing, I was totally captivated. The crew was so talented and in their element, I felt so lucky to see them in action. The whole crew, including our captain, Tristan, was very accommodating to guest requests. A few of us guests mentioned that we’d like to try our hand at spearfishing, although we didn’t expect to get a chance since the days were short (December). But he made it happen for us on our last day, and while only the dive master, Josh, was able to spear some lionfish, we still had a blast and enjoyed some fresh ceviche! I really think back on my week aboard the Morning Star as one of the best experiences of my life. Blackbeard’s has definitely set the bar high, and I’m so excited to come back!!!
- Recommended for
- Friendly atmosphere between guests and crew. Crew accommodating guest requests. GOOD FOOD!.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Jeremy L
- United States
Amazing trip first time on a liveabord solo traveler
First time on a liveabord and could not ask for more, crew was amazing, dives were grate and food was delicious. 100% would recommend anyone do this trip.
- Recommended for
- Value. Number of dives. Crew.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Louis M
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Canada
What a fantastic experience!
The diving was great. There were so many different types of dives to experience; shallow, deep, walls, drift, holes, wreck, and of course the shark feeding dive. There were plenty of fish and other wildlife to see. I had a chance to try spearfishing for the first time. It was great to meet people from many different places and backgrounds.
- Recommended for
- Great diving, fantastic crew, meeting other divers
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- 10 Exceptional
- Andrew L
- United States
Probably the best week of my life
On the 3rd day, a 12 foot hammerhead shark appeared during a baited dive and we swam with the shark for over an hour! It got really close to us and was super friendly. I will never forget that experience!
- Recommended for
- Super affordable. Amazing crew! Awesome dive sites
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- 10 Exceptional
- Bradley B
- United States
Great Trip, absolutely the best diving for the price
The captain and crew were great, making sure we were all safe but most importantly having a great time and had everything we needed to do that.
- Recommended for
- Great crew, awesome diving, and a lot of sharks
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Tina M
- United States
My first liveaboard, no-frills wonderful!
Our crew was amazing! They worked very hard through difficult weather and high seas to keep us safe and to give us the best time ever. They planned daily to find us the best sites with the calmest water and we still managed 18 dives. Special kudos to Sophia who prepared 3 delicious, hot meals a day despite being bounced around in the tiny galley. Ian, Gordon, Kelton, Annie and Sophia-Rita thank you for everything you did! It was an amazing trip.
- Recommended for
- Great diving. Amazing crew. Relaxed, fun trip.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Gaelle D
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France
Nothing to change, everything was perfect!
Every day was magical!! The crew was very attentive, the comfort of the cabins is more than enough for the time we spend there, Karen is an exceptional chef, Sarah is the diving instructor we all dream of and all the people we meet on the boat at the top!! Ideal for solo divers. The bar is set high for a first (and certainly not last) liveaboard!!
- Recommended for
- Food, Crew, Dives
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Y W
- United States
I'll never forget this trip and will definitely go back!!!
Unforgettable and absolutely wonderful! Our boat crew was amazing - kind, caring and super fun people! Fantastic diving, and LOTS of it! Diving gear (rentals) - in great, if not excellent condition. Each dive was at a new location, with a couple of island/beach excursions. I LOVED how our dives/locations were planned out - with some surprising awesome experiences here and there (but won't spoil it here : ). Every room had air conditioner (so be ready for some non-stop chilly "breeze"). I would say these trips are perfect for passionate divers because it's all about . . . diving :D (!!!) with fun social times in between. I loved it all so much, that I am already looking into booking another one this summer!
- Recommended for
- Our boat crew, dives, our whole dive team
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Colin H
- United States
Really enjoyable week
Great value, despite tough weather still got in a number of excellent dives. The crew is well organized, accommodating, and welcoming. The food and drink was much better than expected. I like that we have a dive master who helps plan the dives, but not necessarily lead them....we got to do our own diving. Shark dive was cool. I hope to be back.
- Recommended for
- The dive sites, the food, customer service
