A beloved liveaboard among divers as 'Winner of Best Overall Liveaboard in Asia Pacific' in 2024 – the Mermaid I is a wonderful choice to explore Indonesia’s waters.
The M/V Mermaid I comfortably accommodates 15 guests in a variety of well-appointed cabins, all with en suite bathrooms, fridge, TV and modern amenities for a truly enjoyable journey of discovery. The five deluxe (one single) and master state cabins all offer panoramic sea views; the two lower deck cabins are below deck, offering affordable comfort. Mermaid I features a large dive platform, with two exit ladders, plenty of space and facilities for cameras. Both her RIBs also have ease of access ladders. You'll be spoilt for choice with a delicious array of Asian and European cuisine after experiencing world-class diving. Take time to relax between dives in the air-conditioned saloon or up on the fabulous sun deck where there are plenty of sun lounge chairs available.
With twin engines and a 28m steel hull, Mermaid I offers stability and speed. On the 9-night sailings, up to 28 dives are offered on the Komodo itinerary and 30 in Raja Ampat, with even more dives on the long crossings. The experienced and professional dive crew cater for divers of all levels, always striving to offer you the most out of your liveaboard diving holiday.
Mermaid Liveaboards has an extensive itinerary selection, offering guests the best of the world’s best diving. 16 day/48 dive Biodiversity Super Specials include fantastic diving locations Raja Ampat, the Banda Sea, Forgotten Islands and Alor; 12 day Biodiversity Specials include Raja Ampat-Halmahera-Lembeh and Raja Ampat-Banda Sea-Ambon on top of her core itineraries of Raja Ampat and the wonderous Komodo itinerary including the whale sharks of Saleh Bay. Time with Mermaid will offer a truly magical experience diving remote reefs in Indonesia. Expect anything and everything from manta ray and shark encounters to the smallest of critters residing on huge gorgonians, massive schools of fish, sea snakes, wall dives, swim-throughs, pinnacles, colourful shallow reefs, warm dives, cooler dives and some topside adventure.
Equipment rental & Nitrox is available on board. Dive Computers are mandatory. Mermaid Liveaboards are an Aqua Lung Partner Centre.
Join a special liveaboard departure 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. Find Out More about Alor Liveaboard Adventure
Jump into the wild waters of the Banda Sea with banded sea snakes and schooling hammerheads. As either a round trip or transit itinerary, divers are treated to untouched reefs and pelagic action. Find Out More about Banda Sea Snakes & Hammers
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. Find Out More about Diving Adventure in Alor
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. Find Out More about Komodo Liveaboard
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. Find Out More about Raja Ampat Liveaboard
