Top 10 Liveaboards In Indonesia in 2023

Dive on some of the most spectacular coral reefs found in southeastern Sulawesi, Indonesia and see moray eels, jewel-like nudibranchs, pygmy seahorses, and a mind-boggling variety of fish and invertebrates — all aboard the Pelagian. On this luxury dive vessel, associated with the equally luxurious Wakatobi Dive Resort, guests will travel to a variety of stunning dive locations around Wakatobi, known for its pristine corals and sheer ledge dives.

Catering to small groups of only 10 divers, guests on the Pelagian can expect an intimate, personal experience. The 118-foot-long (36 m) vessel offers bountiful space for its guests, attentive service, and exclusive access to untouched dive sites. A spacious camera room and dive guides with eagle eyes for finding mucky treasures round out the highlights.

The Pelagian departs from Wakatobi Dive Resort and offers a 7-night package wherein guests cruise to secluded outer reefs and atolls of the Wakatobi Archipelago, scattered throughout the Banda Sea. Divers can expect to log 12 to 24 dives per trip and finish each dive day with a gourmet meal. Additionally, the multilingual crew speaks English, German, Spanish, Catalan, French, Italian, and Portuguese.

The Ombak Putih lives up to its name “White Wave.” It is a traditional Indonesian yacht with comfortable modern interiors. It was recently renovated to keep up with the contemporary style and safety navigation equipment. The itinerary includes the protected marine park and the most remote island spots that have abundant ocean wildlife. This boat offers all kinds of activities for the passengers aboard. Choose Ombak Putik to enjoy an unforgettable holiday expedition. The staff on board ensures to give the best service they can offer. All itineraries are perfect for a family weekend get-away.

The liveaboard Plataran Phinisi Felicia is a member of Plataran Private Cruises. It is also the biggest cruise ship in the fleet. It offers the best and most popular locations in Indonesia. The itinerary includes Rinca Island and Kalong Island that has beautiful mangrove forest. Komodo Island has the biggest lizards in the area. Deers and an abundant variety of birds that can be seen in different locations. Guests can enjoy snorkeling and see various kinds of marine life creatures. Many Indonesian Islands are perfect for family and group exploration. The attentive crew ensures to give the best service that they can offer.

The traditional Bulan Purma phinisi sails to different islands around Indonesia all year round. Thousands of tourists around the world visit this marvelous peninsula to see beautiful oceans views and natural landscapes. This vessel offers snorkeling and cruising adventures that ensure guests to end up with unforgettable memories. It offers different packages for both families and groups of friends. The itinerary includes Bali, Komodo, Moyo, Sangeang, and Lombok. Guests will sail and visit volcanic lakes, waterfalls, stunning white beaches and other destinations that they will surely love. The professional staff and guides on board ensure to give the best service they can offer.

Travel with friends, family, or a company charter with Komodo Cruise Anema. It is suitable for luxury explorations that offer budget-friendly packages. The itinerary is good for four days and three nights of diving exploration in various spots of Indonesia. There are different activities to choose from, like snorkeling, trekking, night fishing, and a variety of park excursions. Take an adventure through the caves, lagoons and famous islets round this peninsula. Observe orange-footed scrub fowl, Timo deer, and endemic animals. Komodo Cruise Anema offers remote destinations that only liveaboards visit. The crew on board ensure to give the best service that this vessel can provide.

Ari Jaya is a traditional Indonesian liveaboard and a member of Ari Dive Fleet. The affordable accommodation is perfect for family, friends and private charters. It has a unique set of itineraries, including Komodo National Park, Crystal Rocks, Castle Rock, Sabayur, Manta and other remote areas that only liveaboards visit. Every destination offers different water sports and land activities. There are many animals in each island, like the Komodo dragon, board, Timor deer, colorful birds, and endemic species. The underwater wonderland has various marine life and marine plants. The professional crew onboard ensure to give the best service they can provide.

Hatiku is a traditional Indonesian liveaboard that offers year-round tours around the Indonesian peninsula. It gives tourists a wide range of itineraries to choose from as well as enjoy together with their family and friends. This vessel brings every passenger aboard to the most famous destination sites around Indonesia. Komodo National Park extends the exciting adventure on the island with trekking and landscape sightseeing. Many exotic animals reside on this island especially the largest lizard called the Komodo dragon. Capture the beauty of every destination on this exciting safari. The crew members offer the best services that this liveaboard can offer.

KLM Antares is a traditional Indonesian liveaboard. Carefully crafted and designed in 2009 by a famous French boat builder, Mr. Fabien Blot. It is a small boat suitable for friends or families. This boat can travel to the most remote areas that only liveaboards can visit. The itinerary is unique, perfect for those who want a challenging adventure. There are many distant areas like Sabolan Kecil, Cauldron, Gili Lawa Darat, Pink Beach, Tatawa Besar, Batu Bolong and many more dive sites that will complete your holiday safari. Thousands of marine species are one of the reasons tourists and divers around the world visit Indonesia.

16 guests comfortably enjoying the Indonesian archipelago in four double staterooms and four twin staterooms make The Seven Seas a great liveaboard choice. Air conditioning in every room, en-suite bathrooms, and daily housekeeping is just the tip of the iceberg. This luxury liveaboard will offer you a large sun deck as well as a shaded deck, so everyone would have their preferred choice. With state-of-the-art diving equipment, a large dive deck, 3-speed boats, and plenty of equipment, the diver inside you will have a blast visiting the best dive sites in Indonesia.

If you want to travel in small groups, this is your perfect vessel. Available for only 8 guests on board, The Carpe Diem will bring you year-round to the Rajat Ampat andKomodo Park. While traveling, you will be able to enjoy the well-appointed saloon, perfect for social gatherings. No matter where you dive, you will always be accompanied by dive guides with high service standards and local knowledge. When not being out on the sun, you can enjoy air-conditioned cabins and the saloon, with a great variety of local and international dishes. And if there is a moment when all this is too much, you can always take some silent moments in the onboard library or enjoy the yoga studio set on the large open desk space.

Cruising the best diving safaris of the Indonesian archipelago, the Tidak Apapa opens the wonderful world of marine biodiversity to its guests. With plenty of diving opportunities, the guests are transported into an underwater realm where thousands of fishes, corals, mollusks, and other sea creatures thrive. This gives the pristine waters the bright touches of vibrant colors. The vessel rounds the famous routes of Raja Ampat, Banda Islands, and Komodo National Park. With the fact that the cruise director himself is a marine biologist and underwater photographer as well, cruising in this liveaboard is taken to greater heights.