Liveaboards in Indonesia

Adelaar is a 38-metre Dutch schooner built in 1902, meticulously restored and sailing Indonesian waters for over 30 years. She takes only 8 guests in four teak-panelled staterooms, each with en-suite bathroom, individual air-conditioning and an entertainment system, looked after by a crew of 12 including a Western cruise manager and two dive guides. Cruises follow the seasons: Raja Ampat from October to April, Komodo (with departures to and from Bali) from May to September, the Banda Sea and Alor in April, September and October, and Triton Bay in mid-November. Nitrox is available at extra cost for certified divers.

The Seven Seas is a 40-metre traditional Buginese schooner built on an ironwood hull and operating since 2006, one of the pioneering liveaboards of eastern Indonesia. She takes a maximum of 14 guests in eight air-conditioned en-suite cabins over three decks, with a large sun deck, shaded lounges and a spacious dive deck with three tenders. Cruises cover Komodo and Sumbawa, East of Flores and Alor, the Forgotten Islands, the Banda Sea, Triton Bay and Raja Ampat, with up to four dives a day and Nitrox included.

Supraba is a 33.7-metre traditional phinisi completed in 2020 in South Sulawesi, built from teak and ironwood with seven sails and bronze portholes. She takes up to 12 guests in six air-conditioned en-suite cabins, including two master cabins, with an indoor lounge, outdoor dining terrace and sun deck. Diving and leisure cruises run in Komodo from April to November and in Raja Ampat from October to April, with expedition crossings through the Banda Sea and Halmahera.

Situju7 is a boutique traditional Indonesian phinisi built in 2018 from black ironwood by master carpenters of the Konjo tribe in South Sulawesi, with scented teak interiors designed by an Italian architect. She takes a maximum of 10 guests in five air-conditioned cabins with en-suite bathrooms, including a Grand Suite with a private terrace. In the dry season she runs 3 and 5 day diving cruises in Komodo National Park from Labuan Bajo, and in winter 7 day cruises in Raja Ampat from Sorong.

Dewi Nusantara is a 58-metre three-masted wooden topsail schooner, the largest wooden liveaboard in Indonesia, custom-built for scuba diving and snorkelling expeditions. She takes a maximum of 18 guests in one 46 square metre Master Suite and eight 20 square metre Deluxe Staterooms, with a crew of 24 including a cruise director and four dive masters. Her itineraries cover Raja Ampat, Triton Bay, Cenderawasih Bay, the Banda Sea, the Forgotten Islands, Halmahera, Alor, Flores and Komodo.

Teman is a 36-metre traditional Indonesian phinisi operated by PT The Teman Seas, sailing Komodo, Raja Ampat and the Banda Sea. She carries a maximum of 12 guests in five ensuite air-conditioned cabins, with a full-time crew of ten plus a Cruise Director and up to two dive guides. The boat is built for mixed groups: divers, snorkelers and leisure guests travel together, with a dedicated snorkelling guide on board from the first snorkeler and one of the two dinghies often assigned to snorkelers. Kayaks and stand up paddleboards are included on every cruise, and a beach BBQ and beach volleyball are offered when conditions allow. A solo guest can book Sulawesi as the whole cabin at 200% of the per-person rate, on request.

KLM Gaya Baru Indah is a traditional Indonesian Phinisi built in 2013 and refitted in 2022, running small-group dive cruises through Raja Ampat and the Banda Sea. She takes a maximum of 8 guests in 2 double and 2 twin air-conditioned cabins, which keeps dive groups small and the boat relaxed. Diving is from two dinghies with three dives a day plus night dives, 22 tanks with DIN and Yoke valves, two compressors and a nitrox generator, with EAN32 nitrox free of charge on every dive. Cruises depart from Waisai in Raja Ampat or run as crossings between Sorong and Ambon through the Banda Sea, and the guides speak English, German, Korean and Indonesian.

Calico Jack is a 30-metre traditional Phinisi, hand-built in Sulawesi and launched in 2014, running long-range dive expeditions across Indonesia's most remote seas. She carries a maximum of just 10 guests in 5 air-conditioned en-suite cabins, with a crew of 10 including a marine biologist cruise director. Diving runs from two dedicated tenders in small groups of no more than 5 divers per guide, with 3 to 4 dives a day, free-flowing Nitrox, dual compressors and a dedicated camera station. Itineraries cover Raja Ampat, the Banda Sea, Triton Bay and Cenderawasih Bay. The team can also help guests arrange local accommodation before and after the trip.

Naga Biru is a 35-meter Ulin-wood liveaboard launched in 2024 and designed by Italian architect Antonello Benedetti, built for divers looking for space, comfort and a high-quality experience in Komodo and beyond. She hosts up to 12 guests in 7 air-conditioned en-suite cabins, including two Grand Deluxe cabins with private terraces, two Deluxe cabins with balconies and two cabins for solo travellers. Diving is done from a dedicated tender with small groups of maximum 4 divers per guide, free Nitrox, a camera room and up to 3 dives per day. Full board, Starlink WiFi, SUP, guided land excursions and airport transfers are included. Itineraries cover Komodo National Park, Alor and seasonal Bali-Komodo and Komodo-Alor crossings.

Sea I See is a luxurious 45-meter liveaboard tailored for divers, accommodating up to 21 guests in 12 elegant en-suite cabins across upper and lower decks. Built in 2014 and renovated in 2019, she features a jacuzzi suite, private balcony cabins, dedicated camera station, and free Starlink WiFi. With expertly crafted itineraries ranging from 6 to 10 days, she explores Indonesia's most iconic dive destinations including Raja Ampat, Komodo, Banda Sea, Alor, and Maratua.