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thanks to our captain leo! we family of four had a great half day experience deep sea fishing. my boy 12yrs old is a fishing lover and caught a beautiful yellow fin tuna, made his highlight of his trip!!! leo is experienced captain with a lot of knowleadge of fishing!! aslo has to mention he is a guy with good sense of humor, we absolutely enjoyed it. thanks again to you leo and black pearl. you made our memory!…
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Date of experience: July 2022
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Just an awesome morning. Leo was a fantastic host, laidback and informative guide. We loved the clear water, gorgeous tropical fish and giant clams, but the GT and Māori Wrasse were something else! And to think we nearly didn't go because it was looking a bit windy and overcast... thanks Mike and Mere!…
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Date of experience: July 2022
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Response from BPCooks, Manager at Black Pearl Charters
Responded 4 weeks ago
Kia Orana Heidi Thank you for taking the time to write this wonderful review. So pleased you enjoyed your time out on the lagoon on the White Pearl. It certainly is a magical place to experience. Should you ever find yourselves back this way please do not hesitate to look us up. Regards The Black Pearl Crew, Mike, Mere and Leo
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My wife arranged this private charter as a surprise for me with the chance to dive with a shark. We got picked up by the awesome Mere at our resort and taken to the wharf to meet Leo, our captain for the day. His skill and knowledge of the lagoon was extremely empressive ( apparently he's been working the lagoon since 93, which explains how, with coral just below the surface, he navigated his way around seamlessly) On the downside...no shark...BUT, being in the water, myself and approximately 15 Giant Trevally and a massive Napoleon Wrasse was right up there with my top diving experiences. It was a simply superb trip, in an amazing part of the world, by a fantastic company. Highly recommend Black pearl, extremely professional and they over deliver.…
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Date of experience: June 2022
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Response from BPCooks, Manager at Black Pearl Charters
Responded 4 weeks ago
Kia Orana Mark Thank you for taking the time to write this great review of your experience out on the White Pearl. Next time maybe a snorkel on the outer reef, never know, may see your reef shark. Take care and next time you find yourselves back here, please don't forget to look us up. Kind Regards The Black Pearl Crew, Mike, Mere and Leo
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This is simply the best way to explore and snorkel the Aitutaki lagoon - skip the normal tours with crowds of random people and get the best experience with Black Pearl snorkelling tour - half day of brilliant spots to see hundreds of fish, giant trevally, giant clams and more! Well looked after with tasty snacks, gear, towels and everything you need... a must do when visiting Aitutaki.…
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Date of experience: June 2022
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Response from BPCooks, Manager at Black Pearl Charters
Responded 4 weeks ago
Kia Orana Linda Thank you for taking the time to write this wonderful review of your experience onboard the White Pearl. We are thrilled you had a great time out and saw some wonderful things. Next time you find yourselves back this way, please do not hesitate to look us up. Kind Regards The Black Pearl Crew, Mike, Mere and Leo
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Awesome hospitality and wonderful local knowledge. Such a special place. Thanks Mere and Leo. A really memorable day. Robbie & Rachel - New Zealand
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Date of experience: March 2022
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Response from BPCooks, Manager at Black Pearl Charters
Responded 4 weeks ago
Kia Orana Robbie and Rachel So happy you had a great time on board the White Pearl. There are certainly some wonderful things to experience in our lagoon. Next time you come back, please look us up. Kind Regards The Black Pearl Crew, Mike, Mere and Leo
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