When Captain Jason Chambers sets sail for the second season of Peacock's Deep Down , he's in some uncharted territory. Filmed at the entrance to the Great Barrier Reef in the stunning waters of Cairns, Australia, the latest season welcomes guests aboard M/Y Northern Sun , a Japanese superyacht unlike any vessel he has sailed in the past. " The Northern Sun is a 1977 Japanese fishing vessel that has been converted into a luxury superyacht," Captain Jason explains in the season two premiere. "It's the perfect boat because this season we're in Cairns, right at the foot of the mountains with some of the most spectacular underwater scenery you'll ever see. It's an adventure yacht, perfect for exploring."
However, you don't need to sign up for the reality show to visit the 50.8-meter-long Northern Sun. The yacht, originally an ice-class research vessel used to analyze marine life and ocean currents in the North Japan Sea, is currently listed for weekly charters starting at $161,700, with an asking price of $15 million. Northern Sun 's six cabins can accommodate 12 guests and feature luxury amenities such as alfresco dining, an outdoor Jacuzzi, a two-deck-high inflatable water slide, and a range of water sports toys, giving guests the opportunity to experience scuba diving, snorkeling and snorkeling. Scuba diving, kayaking, water skiing and more while exploring Thailand and the surrounding areas.
In a July interview with Bravo's The Daily Dish, Chief Stew Aesha Scott explained why Northern Sun's second season is "completely different," giving guests a one-of-a-kind experience. “The ship is smaller and easier to manage,” she said, comparing the ship to the M/Y Thalassa BDDU ’s maiden season. "This year's boat is a converted fishing boat and to me it's a lot better because the size of the Thalassa is just so big. Part of the pressure is that it's so big... We still serve our guests really well A five-star experience.”
Northern Sun's laid-back vibe also plays a key role in season two. "I think overall it just creates a more tropical, casual atmosphere, which I actually think is a very positive thing because the guests are so relaxed," Aisha added. "(They) just start pulling pranks like this - most of the time it's funny. Sometimes it's annoying, but most of the time it's funny."
Captain Jason said in a separate interview with the outlet that the latest installment of the original Bravo series is in the past no matter what. "I walked onto the boat and asked 'What the hell is going on?'" he joked. "Then the season is over."
