Do you want to scuba dive in Indonesia and are wondering the best way to do it? How are you going to experience the most of Indonesia in the best way possible? Look no further, because the answer to your question is: Liveaboards.

Imagine waking up to a buffet breakfast, your dive equipment set up and ready to go, followed by a day filled with exploratory dives guided by the most experienced instructors, magnificent sites of coral reefs, towering overhangs, surreal marine megafauna, and impeccable macro critters. As the sun sets on your amazing day of diving, you are excited for the next sunrise as you will wake up in a whole new location with an entirely different set of sights and creatures.

Liveaboard diving is the best way to explore the underwater world of the Indonesian archipelago. Whether you’re in search of budget expeditions or luxury accommodations, you will be sure to have the time of your life.

Luxury Liveaboards

Fenides Liveaboard

Fenides Liveaboard is the ultimate lavish holiday on the waters of Indonesia. It is “pure Phinisi liveaboard luxury”.  With a capacity for 11 guests, Fenides is an intimate liveaboard experience catering to scuba divers, surfers, explorers, and anyone who wants to relax and have a good time.

Through Komodo National Park, Raja Ampat, Banda Sea, Halmahera, and Alor, Fenides is available for scuba diving trips as well as surf charter tours. This is the best luxury option for those who want to dive where no one has ever dived before, and surf where no one has ever surfed before.

Additionally, beachside dining experiences can also be organised during your stay, and an array of activities and equipment are always available to use onboard such as stand-up paddle-boards, kayaks, wakeboards, and fishing gear. With two sundecks, a bar, a salon, a camera room, widescreen TVs, and fine dining, Fenides really does cater to everyone.

Dive Damai

With over 25 years of experience running dive trips and liveaboards throughout the Indonesian archipelago, is Dive Damai. With the largest range of liveaboard locations and exploratory sails, Dive Damai is the most well-established luxury liveaboard in Indonesia.

Dive Damai is an operation of two great vessels, each with the capacity to hold a maximum of 14 guests, on 7 to 12-night trips. With Damai, you can choose to explore anywhere in Indonesia. They provide guided charters through Kalimantan, Gorontalo, Halmahera, Raja Ampat, Cenderawasih Bay, Banda Sea, Triton Bay, the Forgotten Islands, Alor, Komodo and Bali.

Dive Damai is a classic pirate luxury, and your every need is catered to. You will have a private dive station and rinse tank, the option of a personal cabin, massage services, and unlimited dives - the ultimate liveaboard experience!

Affordable Liveaboards

Scuba Republic

This is your number-one go-to for a budget liveaboard experience in Indonesia. With set trips to Komodo and Raja Ampat, Scuba Republic also gives you the opportunity to charter your own exploration, or join their expeditions to lesser-known places like Banda or Halmahera Sea, Cenderawasih Bay, Dampier Straight, Maumere, Alor or Ambon.

Scuba Republic’s fleet consists of three ships fitting a maximum of 14 guests, and two private yachts, with 4 and 8 guests total. With Scuba Republic, you are able to choose from a selection of 7 to 13-night trips, in one or several different locations.

Amaya Explorer

If you’re looking for a mid-range diving liveaboard, Amaya Explorer is the best choice. Exploring four primary locations - the Banda Sea, Alor, Komodo, and Raja Ampat, Amaya Explorer will take you on an adventure like no other.

Trips are 5, 6, or 7 nights long with a maximum of 16 guests. With Amaya Explorer, you will never feel bored as various water-sport activities are available, in addition to yoga classes, village tours, cooking classes, and beach barbecues wherever you wish.

Let’s go and explore remote islands and untouched dive sites with the best liveaboards in Indonesia!

Photos by Fenides Liveaboard

Written by Kayli Wouters

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