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A World Heritage Site since 1991, Komodo National Park is home to the legendary Komodo dragon and some of the best diving in the world. The waters offer an incredible variety of marine life including critters, sharks, manta rays, dolphin, whales and turtles.
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For divers interested in the weird and wonderful, Lembeh Strait offers the best muck diving on earth! Attracting marine experts from around the world, it is home to a huge array of rare and unusual marine life, with new species regularly being discovered.
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Excellent for: Resort based diving, Learn to dive, Muck diving, Underwater photography
North Sulawesi is home to the beautiful steep coral reef walls of Bunaken National Marine Park, attracting divers of all levels to its warm waters, clear visibility and pristine walls covered in soft corals and sponges, surrounded by barracuda, moray eels and turtles.
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Ideal for viewing: green turtle, spotted eagle ray, white-tip reef shark, dugong, common cuttlefish
Excellent for: Resort based diving, Group diving, Learn to dive, Muck diving, Underwater photography
Away from the main island of Bali are the more secluded gems of Nusa Lembongan, Penida & Ceningan, where you can find some truly exhilarating drift dives. Highlights include manta rays, reefs packed with marine life and seasonal migrations of the rare mola mola.
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Known as ‘The Four Kings’, Raja Ampat is an archipelago of majestic islands at the epicentre of the Coral Triangle. Relatively unexplored until recently, it is the most biodiverse marine region on earth and is now at the top of many divers’ wish lists.
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Ideal for viewing: manta ray, bumphead parrotfish, pygmy seahorse, Napoleon wrasse, tassled wobbegong shark
Tulamben, on Bali’s northeast coast is most famous for the wreck of the USS Liberty, home to plenty of bumphead parrotfish and great for underwater photographers. Other highlights include the drop-off at Kubu and plenty of critters on amazing house reefs.
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Located in the far eastern reaches of Indonesia, the Alor Archipelago consists of 20 islands. Home to the Pantar Strait Marine Park, here you will find a bountiful marine life boosted by strong currents, and some of the best preserved coral reef systems in Indonesia.
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Ideal for viewing: scalloped hammerhead shark, blue whale, eagle ray, rhinopias, pygmy seahorse
Excellent for: Resort based diving, Muck diving, Reef diving
Ambon’s intriguing shoreline has a habit of throwing up the weird and the wonderful. Muck diving in the region has become legendary, yet the clear water sites on the south coast offer divers a great combination making this a must visit destination.
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Ideal for viewing: clown frogfish, pygmy seahorse, wonderpus octopus, Napoleon wrasse, mobula ray
Often overlooked as a dive destination, Bali offers exceptional diving, from superb macro life to exciting drift dives and encounters with pelagic species. The wreck of the USS Liberty at Tulamben is the island’s signature dive with colourful reefs and critters a plenty nearby.
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Excellent for: Resort based diving, Luxury diving, Family diving, Group diving, Muck diving, Shore diving, Underwater photography
The remote Banda Sea in eastern Indonesia is a vast expanse of water which includes Ambon, the Banda Islands, Seram, Wetar, Kai and Aru Islands. Best explored by liveaboard, it offers abundant marine life on pristine reefs, steep drop-offs, and pelagics and critters galore.
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Ideal for viewing: banded sea krait, olive sea snake, dogtooth tuna, manta ray, pilot whale
The lesser known of North Sulawesi's diving treasures, the Bangka Archipelago lies between Bunaken and the Lembeh Strait. The islands provide a wealth of marine habitats including fringing reef, volcanic sand, pinnacles and mangroves, creating 30 world-class dive sites.
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Ideal for viewing: green turtle, clown frogfish, white-tip reef shark, dugong, nudibranch
Cenderawasih, along with Raja Ampat and Triton Bay, makes up the Bird’s Head Seascape, a vast bay with healthy coral gardens and dramatic vertical walls. Reached only by liveaboard, the area has recently shot to fame due to its unique whale shark population.
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Ideal for viewing: whale shark, green turtle, pygmy seahorse, tassled wobbegong shark, spotted eagle ray
Off the northwest coast of Lombok, lie the three famous islands of Gili Air, Gili Meno and Gili Trawangan. The islands boast white sandy beaches and clear turquoise waters with extensive reefs, abundant sea life and turtles, which are popular with divers and snorkellers.
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Ideal for viewing: green turtle, giant frogfish, spotted eagle ray, common octopus
Excellent for: Resort based diving, Learn to dive
Located in the northern Moluccas, the remote island of Halmahera sits half way between Lembeh Strait and Raja Ampat and promises exceptional diving opportunities for adventurous divers, right at the heart of the Coral Triangle.
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Ideal for viewing: pygmy seahorse, bumphead parrotfish, flamboyant cuttlefish, barracuda, reef manta ray
This remote area of Indonesia is worth the journey for intrepid divers. Highlights include Big Fish Country, the channel dive at Maratua Atoll, manta ray encounters at Sangalaki and non-stinging jellyfish at Kakaban; all part of the Derawan Archipelago.
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Ideal for viewing: green turtle, barracuda, leopard shark, manta ray, giant frogfish
Excellent for: Resort based diving, Manta ray
Menjangan Island and Pemuteran are located on Bali’s northwest coast, and feature some of the island’s most recognised and favourite dive sites. Diving is available year round, with Menjangan renowned for its wall diving and Pemuteran for its rich coral slopes.
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Ideal for viewing: green turtle, pygmy seahorse, common cuttlefish, black-tip reef shark, giant frogfish
Excellent for: Resort based diving
Located in southeast Sulawesi, the Wakatobi islands are in Tukang Besi Archipelago and can be dived from resort and liveaboard. Uniquely, there are fringing and barrier reefs as well as atolls, ensuring incredible variety and fantastic diving, with large numbers of cetaceans.
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Ideal for viewing: pygmy seahorse, spotted eagle ray, green turtle, giant frogfish, ornate ghost pipefish
Ubud is a remarkable town in the middle of Bali, beautifully located amongst rice paddies and steep ravines. For more than a century, it has been the island’s centre for fine arts, dance and music, and you can still see the daily rituals of the Balinese culture today.
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The best dive sites in Indonesia are reached by liveaboard, especially the famous Raja Ampat and Komodo national parks. Extend your trip with time in resort to enjoy a memorable holiday experience around this expansive archipelago.
22 recommended trips.Our trip ideas are offered to inspire you and can be tailored to suit your requirements.
Suitable for divers of all abilities, this itinerary travels to the mystical island of Nusa Lembongan for a tropical escape and a unique diving experience. The mantas are mesmerising and the reefs are vibrant.
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When to go: Jan-Dec
Duration inc. flights: 11 days
Price inc. flights: From £1,745 pp
Trip type:
Tailor-made trip idea
One of Indonesia's most iconic and exciting diving areas, the vast Komodo National Park is best dived by liveaboard to fully appreciate the area's riches, which include critters, sharks, manta rays, napoleon wrasse and turtles.
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When to go: Apr-Nov
Duration inc. flights: 11 days
Price inc. flights: From £3,495 pp
Trip type: Liveaboard
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Explore the stunning landscapes and seascapes of Bali in the company of award-winning photographer Saeed Rashid. This relaxed adventure appeals to divers, underwater photographers and non-divers alike.
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When to go: Jun-Jul
Duration inc. flights: 13 days
Price inc. flights: From £3,095 pp
Trip type: Group
trip
Enjoy the natural wonders of Borneo both above and below the waterline on this extraordinary journey of discovery with writer, photographer and SCUBA magazine editor Simon Rogerson.
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When to go: Jun
Duration inc. flights: 15 days
Price inc. flights: From £4,565 pp
Trip type: Group
trip
Join these special liveaboard departures to visit the seldom visited Alor Archipelago in eastern Indonesia, promising pristine reefs, thriving pinnacles, incredible macro life and the opportunity of big fish encounters.
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When to go: Sep
Duration inc. flights: 14 days
Price inc. flights: From £7,095 pp
Trip type: LiveaboardGroup
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Enjoy quality accommodation, exquisite diving and plenty of opportunity to relax and recharge on this twin-centre itinerary, exploring the east Sumbawa region along with the delights of Bali.
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When to go: Mar-Nov
Duration inc. flights: 14 days
Price inc. flights: From £3,145 pp
Trip type:
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Diving in Indonesia is a rewarding experience, especially when combining two locations famed for their incredible biodiversity. Discover abundant critters in Ambon and gaze at majestic manta rays in Raja Ampat.
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When to go: Sep-Jun
Duration inc. flights: 16 days
Price inc. flights: From £6,195 pp
Trip type:
Tailor-made trip idea
Experience Bali’s excellent diving and culture either as an add-on to your Indonesian liveaboard safari or as a complete and inexpensive dive holiday. The ‘Island of the Gods’ offers exceptional diving for all levels.
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When to go: Jan-Dec
Duration inc. flights: 10 days
Price inc. flights: From £1,575 pp
Trip type:
Tailor-made trip idea
Join a liveaboard adventure in Raja Ampat, the most biodiverse marine region on earth! Choose from a variety of vessels and itineraries to discover majestic islands with sharks, manta rays, turtles and enormous schools of fish.
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When to go: Nov-Apr
Duration inc. flights: 12 to 18 days
Price inc. flights: From £5,395 pp
Trip type: Liveaboard
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The allure of Alor is its eclectic mix of marine life and diving experiences, where you can encounter blue whales, explore reefs and discover critters. This remote location is undeniably enchanting - it will not disappoint.
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When to go: Mar-Dec
Duration inc. flights: 15 days
Price inc. flights: From £4,285 pp
Trip type:
Tailor-made trip idea
This twin-centre adventure includes diving, nature and culture as you discover the north and east coasts of Bali on an authentic journey with like-minded people. Expect colourful reefs, panoramic vistas and friendly locals.
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When to go: Jan-Dec
Duration inc. flights: 17 days
Trip type: Group
trip
Visit Raja Ampat and Triton Bay on a unique snorkelling only liveaboard adventure. Explore pristine reefs, dive amongst large schools of fish, and awe at chance manta encounters on this exclusive departure.
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When to go: May
Duration inc. flights: 15 days
Price inc. flights: From £5,195 pp
Trip type: LiveaboardGroup
trip
Whether you are interested in diving, beachcombing, observing local culture or exploring a tropical paradise, this three-stop itinerary in Bali offers world-class dive sites, lush scenery and relaxed hospitality.
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When to go: Jan-Dec
Duration inc. flights: 16 days
Price inc. flights: From £2,345 pp
Trip type:
Tailor-made trip idea
Bunaken Marine Park and Lembeh Strait together offer a fantastic variety of enchanting dive sites right in the heart of the best marine biodiversity in the world – a fabulous combination!
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When to go: Jan-Dec
Duration inc. flights: 17 days
Price inc. flights: From £3,845 pp
Trip type:
Tailor-made trip idea
Immense diving experiences are to be had in the Maratua Atoll, Kalimantan. The underwater world boasts colourful reefs, critters, huge schools of barracuda, sharks, turtles, manta rays and a lake of non-stinging jellyfish.
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When to go: Jan-Dec
Duration inc. flights: 15 days
Price inc. flights: From £3,245 pp
Trip type:
Tailor-made trip idea
Combine two of Bali’s best diving areas - Tulamben Bay and Pemuteran - and stay at two of the island’s most sought after and stylish dive resorts, before a relaxing couple of days in Ubud, Bali’s cultural heart.
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When to go: Jan-Dec
Duration inc. flights: 17 days
Price inc. flights: From £2,295 pp
Trip type:
Tailor-made trip idea
Diving the spectacular reefs of Raja Ampat from a resort offers visitors a world-class experience. The remote location at the heart of the Coral Triangle presents an incredible diversity of wildlife.
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When to go: Jan-Dec
Duration inc. flights: 14 days
Price inc. flights: From £4,735 pp
Trip type:
Tailor-made trip idea
Wakatobi offers an opportunity to dive the world’s most pristine reefs, whilst at the same time participating in the protection of the area's tremendously rich marine heritage, from land or liveaboard.
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When to go: Jan-Dec
Duration inc. flights: 15 days
Price inc. flights: From £5,495 pp
Trip type:
Tailor-made trip idea
Learn to dive in the warm, clear waters of Indonesia and you'll be amazed by the biodiversity of marine life and relaxed, friendly way of life. Sulawesi, in particular, offers a spectacular underwater world for new divers.
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When to go: May-Nov
Duration inc. flights: 10 days
Price inc. flights: From £2,095 pp
Trip type:
Tailor-made trip idea
Aimed at those who might normally enjoy a liveaboard and those who wish to travel as a small, socially distanced group, these unique group departures offer divers the best of both worlds.
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When to go: Apr-Oct
Duration exc. flights: 8 days
Trip type: Group
trip
Underwater photographer and dive journalist Saeed Rashid visits Lembeh Strait and Raja Ampat in Indonesia during summer, allowing marine life lovers and keen underwater photographers to learn from his vast expertise.
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When to go: Jul
Duration inc. flights: 13 days
Price inc. flights: From £3,295 pp
Trip type: Group
trip
Join photographer and marine biologist Dr Richard Smith on a dive adventure into the micro-world of the Lembeh Strait. Glimpse into the world of the pygmy seahorse, colourful nudibranch and spectacular wunderpus.
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When to go: Apr
Duration inc. flights: 10 days
Price inc. flights: From £2,495 pp
Trip type: Group
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When to go
Indonesia’s climate is complex, with different weather conditions for each region.
Seasons
Dry season
Apr to Oct: The majority of Indonesia is dry, although the Moluccas are wet. The best months to dive Bali, Komodo, Kalimantan and Manado.
Wet season
Nov to Mar: This season tends to bring more rainfall, although many localised weather patterns exist. The best months to dive Raja Ampat.
Wildlife events
Nov to Mar: Best months to visit Raja Ampat
Jul to Sep: Mola Mola encounters around Nusa Lembongan are common
Jun to Oct: Best months to visit Komodo
Dive Resorts
32 recommended places to stay.Please contact us for further suggestions.
Located in Kasawari Bay, this intimate dive resort offers panoramic views of Lembeh Island and easy access to the muck dive sites of Lembeh Strait, two of which form part of the house reef.
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Located on the shores of Sumbawa, overlooking the western side of the Komodo National Park, Kalimaya Dive Resort offers quality accommodation, exquisite diving and plenty of opportunity to relax and recharge.
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Located in a protected bay off the beaten track in south Halmahera, this unique dive resort offers exceptional diving opportunities and pristine nature at the heart of the Coral Triangle.
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Located in the heart of the Bunaken National Marine Park, Siladen Resort & Spa is an exclusive hidden getaway offering guests a relaxed atmosphere and an unforgettable holiday experience on a tropical island.
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Located on Ambon, the main island in the Moluccas archipelago in eastern Indonesia, this boutique dive resort is a friendly, family-run property with some of the best macro life right on its doorstep.
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Alam Anda is a hidden gem for those ‘in the know’, for many years achieving an almost cult status with its regular guests in northeast Bali. There is a variety of accommodation choices on offer to suit all budgets.
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Nestled amidst lush greenery and boasting far-reaching views across the sparkling Bali Sea, this charming dive resort is a haven for discerning divers and keen underwater photographers.
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Located in Kalabahi Bay on Alor in eastern Indonesia, this small dedicated dive resort offers exceptional service and magnificent muck and coral reef diving opportunities for avid scuba divers.
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This boutique resort features traditional Balinese villas, set on the hillside overlooking the Badung Strait, with panoramic views of Bali. The excellent dive sites of Nusa Lembongan and Manta Point are nearby.
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With its stunning location, exceptional diving opportunities, indulgent spa treatments, and exquisite accommodations, Bunaken Oasis Dive Resort & Spa is a haven for unforgettable memories.
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Originally a scientific outpost, this resort blends science and a passion for the ocean to offer a unique resort experience at the heart of the Coral Triangle, in the off-the-beaten-track Bangka Archipelago.
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Hidden under the jungle canopy on a white sand beach in Waisai, this dive resort is perfectly located for those wanting to explore the world-class sites at the heart of Raja Ampat.
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Built under shady palms amongst tropical gardens, this beachfront resort is located on the small tropical island of Gangga in northern Sulawesi, perfectly located for world-class diving and snorkelling opportunities.
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Finely balancing the comforts of first class accommodation and beautiful natural surroundings, this traditional Lombok style hotel is a good choice for divers wanting to explore the sites around the Gili Islands.
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Experience the breathtaking underwater beauty of Komodo National Park with unforgettable diving adventures at Komodo Resort, the gateway to the best dive sites in Komodo.
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Nestled amongst the green hues of its tropical surrounds, the luxurious Lembeh Resort is located in a private cove upon a hillside on Lembeh island. It's a tranquil resort with a fascinating marine life experience.
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Located in east Bali this intimate oceanfront resort and spa offers an exotic and relaxing getaway as well as access to an incredible variety of diving hotspots in Bali, Nusa Penida and Tulamben.
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Located off the east coast of Kalimantan on the island of Maratua, this resort comprises eight beach chalets and five water bungalows and offers some of Indonesia’s most remote and pristine diving.
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Fringed with powder white sand beaches and protected by stunning clear lagoon and abundant reefs, this exclusive private island resort sits in a prime position within the vast Raja Ampat archipelago.
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Murex Manado Resort in North Sulawesi offers an unforgettable scuba diving holiday in Bunaken National Marine Park and Manado, coupled with warm hospitality and breathtaking natural beauty.
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A tropical island paradise off the coast of east Kalimantan, this small exotic resort is ecologically sound and perfectly located to dive the signature sites of the Maratua Atoll including Sangalaki and Kakaban.
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Hidden away in the remote north west corner of Bali, this 4-star resort has been designed to reflect the local landscape and offers visitors a relaxing, back to nature experience with some great diving opportunities.
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Located on the south eastern tip of the lagoon on the Maratua Atoll, this resort offers guests lavish bungalows and provides adventurous divers with access to some of Indonesia’s finest diving.
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Featuring over water bungalows with views of the house reef, this resort is located on Birie island. A haven for both divers and non-divers, the marine life and flora found here are exceptional.
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Located close to Jungut Batu beach, the traditional Balinese Pondok Baruna garden rooms are a popular choice for divers. Simple and convenient, local amenities and the dive centre are just a short walk away.
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Experience it all on the private island of Pulau Pef in central Raja Ampat. Discover the rich seascape and explore topside jungle and beaches from this authentic Papuan dive resort.
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Located in a prime location on the north east of Bali, a short distance from the famous area of Tulamben, this resort offers exceptional value for money and world-class dive sites with plenty of macro life.
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Siddhartha is a luxury boutique dive resort located on the beach in the village of Kubu in northeast Bali. It offers an informal and relaxed Balinese atmosphere in a beautiful tropical setting.
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Located on a beautiful deep lagoon with a white sand beach on Kri Island, this traditional resort with just seven cottages is ideal to access some of the most spectacular dive sites in Raja Ampat.
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Discover the enchanting beauty of Indonesia at Spice Island Resort in Halmahera. A diver's paradise awaits, where crystal-clear waters and lush landscapes make for the perfect underwater adventure.
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Tasik Ria is North Sulawesi’s unique resort for divers, families and adventure seekers. A family run property, it offers comfort and warm hospitality, with all the conveniences of an international resort.
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Located in southeast Sulawesi, this luxury eco-friendly diving resort offers all the creature comforts of the modern world in a secluded, unspoiled setting. A true tropical island hideaway.
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Liveaboards
17 recommended liveaboards.
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The Solitude Adventurer is one of the newest and most impressive diving liveaboards in Indonesia. This spacious and well-appointed vessel transports divers to top dive sites in Raja Ampat and the Banda Sea.
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Setting sail in 2022, the MY Emperor Harmoni liveaboard cruises the waters of Indonesia, offering itineraries to Komodo National Park, Raja Ampat and the Banda Sea.
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Intimate and elegant, the MY Raja Laut translates as the ‘King of the Sea’, offering freedom, style and comfort to divers looking to experience some of Indonesia’s finest diving.
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This luxurious liveaboard offers spectacular itineraries around Raja Ampat, Ambon, Cenderawasih and Triton Bay in eastern Indonesia, providing guests with exceptional diving adventures throughout the year.
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This 58 metre long, three masted topsail schooner moves with grace and stability through the waters of eastern Indonesia, concentrating on exploring Raja Ampat, Triton Bay, Banda Sea and Cenderawasih Bay.
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The custom built Blue Manta Explorer offers divers spacious and luxurious accommodation, including a dedicated camera room, whilst exploring the world-class diving hotspots of Indonesia throughout the year.
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Dive Komodo National Park from a traditional handcrafted Indonesian Phinisi, and you’ll have a truly immersive experience. The vessel accommodates eight divers comfortably, making for a boutique dive experience.
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This traditionally crafted two masted wooden phinisi, offers seven and ten night cruises to Komodo National Park. Accommodating 16 guests in comfort, you can enjoy being pampered by a crew of 17!
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This 52 metre luxury phinisi first set sail in 2010 and was built with locally grown timber by indigenous craftsmen using ancient traditional methods. Enjoy up to four dives per day on itineraries throughout Indonesia.
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Accommodating just ten guests, this boutique yacht is based at Wakatobi and can be easily combined with a stay at the resort. The region offers pristine reefs, muck diving, steep walls, caves and drift diving.
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The Pindito is a traditional Indonesian liveaboard, accommodating 16 guests in spacious cabins. Depending on the season, she cruises Komodo National Park and Raja Ampat, visiting dive sites of unparalleled excellence.
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The luxurious Tambora has been engineered for a minimum of noise and vibration and aims to take you on an exhilarating journey through the Indonesian archipelago, unique in diversity and home to the world’s best dive sites.
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This 28 metre steel motor yacht offers comprehensive nine night itineraries to Raja Ampat and Komodo. She accommodates 15 guests in a variety of cabins, with a large dive platform, equipment rental and Nitrox.
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A spacious 33 metre yacht, the M/V Mermaid II offers comprehensive itineraries covering Raja Ampat and Komodo. Trips are suitable for divers of all certification levels. Nitrox is available on board.
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The MS Aurora is a luxurious double masted traditional phinisi, designed for a discerning clientele. Cruising Indonesia year round, there are a variety of itineraries to choose from, all showcasing marine biodiversity at its best.
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Operating in Indonesia - and, on occasion, Micronesia - the MSY Damai II is a traditional Indonesian schooner. There are a variety of itineraries available, and she is accompanied by two custom designed high speed tender boats.
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A traditional phinisi, handcrafted from ironwood and teak, this luxury Siren fleet boat cruises the Indonesian archipelago throughout the year visiting world-class locations in Raja Ampat and Komodo.
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