MV FeBrina - PNG Dive Expeditions

Underwater Wednesday:

Don't forget to peek under reef ledges and you might be rewarded with a glimpse of the stunning Blue-spotted Ribbontail Ray.

They spends much of the day tucked beneath coral ledges and caves, emerging at night to hunt for crabs, shrimp, worms and small fish hidden in the sand.

Its secret weapon? Special electroreceptors around its mouth that detect the tiny electrical signals given off by prey, allowing it to find a meal even when it's completely buried.

Unlike many fish that lay eggs, Blue-spotted Ribbontail Rays give birth to live young, with litters of up to seven pups already fully formed ready to fend for themselves.

Although equipped with one or two venomous tail spines for defence, these rays are shy and would much rather swim away than interact with divers. Best observe these guys from a distance.

DON'T MISS OUT!!!

MV FeBrina's new EXPLORATORY 10 day dive trip to the far west of New Britain is live.

The SIASSI ISLANDS Exploratory Itinerary will be visiting areas around Cape Gloucester, Ritter Island, Umboi Island the the Siassi Islands archipelago.

Given this is an exploratory itinerary and operating for the first time in 2027, much of what lies beneath the surface remains unknown. Based on the region’s geography and limited previous diving, we are expecting healthy hard and soft coral gardens, dramatic walls and pinnacles, and drift dives rich with marine life. Likely encounters include reef sharks, turtles, schooling barracuda, and trevally, and excellent opportunities for underwater photography.

Check out our website for more details.

https://www.mvfebrina.com/schedules

Departure dates:
13th May 2027
25th May 2027

Underwater Wednesday:

Despite their common nickname, starfish aren't fish at all—they're sea stars!

Did you know sea stars don't have a brain or blood? Instead, they use seawater pumped through a unique hydraulic system to power hundreds of tiny tube feet, allowing them to crawl across the reef and even prise open prey.

They are reef grazers, feeding on algae, bacteria, microscopic organisms and organic coatings on rocks and coral, helping keep the reef clean.

Even more incredible, many sea stars can regenerate lost arms. In some species, a single detached arm can even grow into an entirely new sea star.

And the variety - so many colours and shapes!!!

TESTIMONIAL TUESDAY 🙂

I just completed Dive Trip #12 onboard MV FeBrina.
Well what a trip, amazing diving and even a trip to a Village named Leon on Wait Island, to see and talk to local villagers.
Then an over-night stop at Garove Island, an old active Volcano where we anchored FeBrina for the night. Image the delight when I shared video footage to my family and friends anchored inside the old Volcano, truly amazing.
All the dives at Witu Island and the other islands enroute to Kavieng were fabulous.
Diving on a Japanese Midget Submarine and its Mothership and to finish off at Kavieng on our final dive on a Japanese fighter plane.
Alan, Josie and all the crew, thanks for an amazing trip and yes, see you next year to embark on another dive trip on the mighty FeBrina.
Cheers
NiftyNev Kelly

Can you believe it?? At this point, we're not sure if NiftyNev is a guest or part of the crew!!! But our trip to Kavieng via the Witus is always a winner, so we can't really blame him. See you next year Nev.

🚨 NEW FOR 2027! 🚨

Siassi Islands Exploratory Itinerary - Two trips only now open for bookings!

Don't miss the opportunity to be on the first EXPLORATORY Siassi Islands trips starting 2027.

The plan is to visit areas around Cape Gloucester, Ritter Island, Umboi Island and the Siassi Islands archipelago.

Expect:
🌊 Remote, untouched reefs
🦈 Spectacular seamounts and pelagic action
📸 Incredible wide-angle and macro photography
🗺️ The chance to help discover tomorrow's iconic dive sites

Limited departures. Limited spaces. Unlimited adventure.

📅 Now taking expressions of interest for 2027.
Departure dates:
13th May 2027
25th May 2027

https://www.mvfebrina.com/schedules

Underwater Wednesday:

Sometimes even nudibranchs have to battle the current!

This striking Notodoris Serenae is doing its best to keep its bright yellow foot anchored as it searches for its favourite meal—sponges.

Those little yellow "horns" at the front are called rhinophores, which help it smell and taste the water to find food and other nudibranchs. The feathery plume on its back is its gills, where it breathes.

These guys do really well in the tropical waters around PNG and can be found in quite unexpected places.

TESTIMONIAL TUESDAY 🙂

Thank you to Alan and Josie for another fantastic trip.
It is my 6th dive holiday trip on FeBrina and this trip failed to disappoint.
The diving was superb, a big variety of dive sights and conditions, the crew, as usual, were exceptional, couldn’t do enough to help an old fella like me.
And the food! Josie and her merry band of helpers produced a huge variety of tasty and nutritious meals fit for a king, so much so, I think I have put on an extra 2 kgs despite all the swimming exercise. ( I won’t mention all those beers?).
Also, worth a mention, the little side excursions to the local island villages, really loved them as well.
All up, another 10 out of 10 dive adventure, so expect to hear from me in regards to an other dive adventure next year, and to be frank, I can’t wait.
Thanks again for looking after me and making me feel part of the team,
Regards, Capt. Pookie Muller (Ret).

A heartfelt thank you to Captain Pookie for his kind words and support. It's always great to have old friends come dive with us again.













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