Sorong, Indonesia

Pearl of Papua

Traditional wooden Phinisi schoonerMaximum 15 guests for an intimate experienceUp to 4 dives per day with experienced guidesYear-round diving in Raja Ampat since 2010All meals and airport transfers included7 en-suite cabins across 4 cabin categories

About Pearl of Papua

The KLM Pearl of Papua is a traditional wooden Phinisi schooner built in 2010 in Tanah Beru, South Sulawesi. Carrying a maximum of 15 guests in 7 en-suite cabins, she offers year-round diving cruises through Raja Ampat, Misool, Triton Bay, and Cendrawasih Bay — some of the most biodiverse waters on earth.

Choose your departure date

14Sept
14 Sept – 21 Sept8D / 7N · 24 dives
Raja Ampat Northern · Sorong → Sorong
Available
from USD 2.730 /person
24Sept
24 Sept – 02 Oct9D / 8N · 28 dives
Raja Ampat Northern · Sorong → Sorong
Available
from USD 3.120 /person

Included

All diving (up to 4 dives per day)
Shore excursion programs
Air fills / tanks / weights
Dive guide
Full meals / snacks
Water / tea / coffee
Towels / toiletries
WiFi
Airport transfers Sorong

Required extras

!Flights / hotels
!Marine park fee + port clearance + fuel surcharge (USD 400/person)
!Travel insurance
!Alcoholic beverages
!Crew gratuities
!Equipment rental
!Nitrox
!Private tours
!Telecoms
!Alcoholic / soft drinks
!Nitrox (USD 5/tank)
!15L tank (USD 10/day)
!Personal expenses
!Marine park fee + port clearance + fuel surcharge (USD 500/person)

Cabins

Manta Suite
Double · sleeps 3 · Lower Deck
Private bathroom · from 2.730 USD/person
Seahorse Standard
Twin · sleeps 2 · Lower Deck
Private bathroom · from 2.730 USD/person
Seaview Suite
Double · sleeps 2 · Upper Deck
Private bathroom · from 2.730 USD/person
Trevally Deluxe Double
Double · sleeps 2 · Upper Deck
Private bathroom · from 2.730 USD/person
Trevally Deluxe Twin
Twin · sleeps 2 · Upper Deck
Private bathroom · from 2.730 USD/person

Boat specifications

Year built: 2010
Length: 30 m
Beam: 8 m
Max guests: 15
Cabins: 7
Beam: 8m
Hull: Ironwood
Cabins: 7
Length: 30m
Builder: Tanah Beru, South Sulawesi
Max Guests: 15
Year Built: 2010
Superstructure: Teak

Boat features

30m traditional Phinisi schooner
8m beam
Ironwood and teak construction
Spacious sun deck with loungers
Air-conditioned saloon
Dedicated dive deck with gear stations
2 tenders / dinghies
Indoor dining area

Food & drinks

All meals prepared by onboard chef
Water / tea / coffee included
Snacks between dives
Indonesian and Western cuisine

Diving on board

Up to 4 dives per day
Dedicated dive deck
Air fill station
Individual gear storage
Shore excursion programs
Experienced dive guides

Navigation & safety

Life rafts
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit with emergency oxygen
GPS and radar navigation
VHF radio

Languages spoken on board

EnglishIndonesian

Drawings & Vessel Layouts