When it comes to our annual schedule, Vaiatea Liveaboard has chosen the best dive sites based on the best times of the year to explore these world-famous destinations. Besides visiting all the usual popular diving sites of Indonesia, we have also included other world-class destinations, which are often overlooked by recreational diving operators.
Our dive safaris push the expectations for every dive above and beyond. Explore Indonesia with us as we aim to uncover new and untouched areas and reefs of the Indonesian archipelagoOperator based in Komodo, we are experts in the Komodo and Flores Sea. We are offering a heartwarming and memorable trip for you.
We have plans to visit new destinations, and we are always open to suggestions for new itineraries. If you are interested in chartering our boats for a group, then we can discuss new combinations to suit your preferred destinations.
OUR ANNUAL SCHEDULE:
From FEB to MAR we cruise the Raja Ampat (the world’s epicenter of marine biodiversity) area, taking in dive sites and landscapes from Dampier strait to Misool.
Then in APRIL & JUNE, we move towards Alors & Forgotten Islands in the East Nusa Tenggara Timur.
Then from JULY to SEPT, our cruises continue to offer Noth Komodo and Bima, before traveling towards the Banda sea (Ambon and Spice islands) in OCT to NOV.
We also had a special combination to reach Halmahera and Ternate from Raja Ampat or the Banda Sea.
Then we will finish in the SOUTH KOMODO for DECEMBER.
NB: If the cruise date above says ‘CHARTERED’ then it has been booked by a dive group, a diving center, or a diving OTA / agent. In that case, we advise you to contact us to put you in touch with the booker to confirm their availability. Non-applicable if mentioned ‘FULL’,
RAJA AMPAT
Come and dive Raja Ampat with Vaiatea Liveaboard. Situated in the heart of Indo Pacific’s coral triangle which is home to the world’s best coral reefs and most diverse dives. On this cruise, you will dive into the famous dive sites such as Dampier Strait, Manta Sandy, Misool. Raja Ampat means 4 kings’ names from the 4 islands in the region: Batanta, Misool, Salawati & Waigeo.
KOMODO & EAST FLORES
Come and explore the best of Komodo and East of Flores. Let’s dive into the spectacular region and visit Rinca, Padar Komodo, Alor, etc… During this liveaboard cruise, you will understand why Komodo National Park is often rated on top of the world’s best diving area and why Alor is a best-kept secrets diving paradise. Let’s explore the best of East Indonesia together !
BANDA SEA
Diving Banda Sea onboard Vaiatea Liveaboard promises a world of diving delights for even the most experienced divers. The world’s healthiest, untouched coral reefs, an inordinate number of fish species, as well as plenty of hammerhead sharks. We are proud to offer the possibility to explore and dive into this remote part of Indonesia to witness truly unspoiled beauty in a remote paradise.
TRITON BAY
Triton Bay is at the Southeastern end of New Guinea. You will dive into some incredible and unique biodiversity such as soft coral gardens, forests of black coral, and craggy rocks into crystal clear waters, beautiful cliffs, and gardens of table corals. We promise to offers divers one scenic delicacy after another, both above and below the water, while you are diving triton bay.
Full board accommodation in double/twin deluxe cabin
The shore activities/excursions according to the program
Water, tea, Indonesian coffee
Meals
Diving activities (up to 4 dives/day)
Nitrox 32% minimum
Dive cylinders, weights, and weight belts
Transfer from/to embarkation/disembarkation airport (only Komodo)
Government Taxes
Standard Exclusions
National Parks Entrance Fees
Rangers fees
International and domestic air flight
Visa
Hotels and meals before and after the cruise
Alcoholic drinks, espresso, cappuccino
Dive equipment rental
Travel insurance
Onboard purchases
Private tours
Laundry
On-board telecommunications
Fuel Surcharge
Administration/port clearance fees
Crew gratuities
Visa, hotels, and food ashore before and after the cruise.
Dive insurance is MANDATORY. Customers without valid dive insurance will not be allowed to dive.
ADDITIONAL FEES
Rental Gear
Rental gear
Price per day
Price per 12D Trip
Regulator
10 Euro
85 Euro
BCD
Computer
10 Euro
85 Euro
60 Euro
Torch
Wetsuit, Fins, Mask and Snorkel
10 Euro
15 Euro
60 Euro
100 Euro
15 Liter tank
N/A
70 Euro
Nitrox refill
Free
Free
Nitrox Dry Course
Free*
*Must pay the PADI Fees
Advanced Open Water
350 Euro
on request
Deep & Night only
150 Euro
on request
Laundry only (no ironing)
1 Euro Piece
Crew fees
Minimum 5% of the trip price
Extra Fees
Additional
Port Clearance
Fuel Surcharge
National Park Fee
Alor
75 €
50 €
Alor & Komodo*
75 €
150 €
20 € day/pax
Alor & Forgotten Islands
75 €
250 €
100 €
Alor & Banda Sea
75 €
250 €
75 €
East Flores & Alor
75 €
150 €
75 €
Komodo National Park*
75 €
20 € day/pax
Komodo*
75 €
150 €
20 € day/pax
Komodo & Flores*
75 €
150 €
20 € day/pax
Komodo & Bima*
75 €
125 €
Banda Sea
75 €
250 €
75 €
Raja Ampat & Banda Sea
75 €
250 €
100 €
Raja Ampat**
75 €
150 €
100 €
Triton Bay*** & Raja Ampat**
75 €
250 €
200 €
Triton Bay*** & Banda Sea
75 €
250 €
100 €
*on-site must add price for visiting Rinca, Padar & Komodo island.
** price for a 1-year permit
*** price subject to revision in 2021
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