Liveaboards in Komodo

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.

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.

Damai II is a 42-meter Phinisi schooner launched in 2011, the larger sister vessel to Damai I. With 7 beautifully appointed cabins for up to 12 guests (14 on full boat charters only), she combines traditional Indonesian craftsmanship with modern comforts for world-class liveaboard diving.

Damai I is a 38-meter traditional Phinisi schooner built in 2009, handcrafted from ironwood and teak. She carries a maximum of 12 guests (14 on full boat charters only) in 7 spacious cabins, offering an intimate and luxurious diving experience across Indonesia's finest marine destinations.