Raja Ampat Liveaboard

Raja Ampat Liveaboard

Dive the World’s Most Biodiverse Waters in Ultimate Comfort

Experience Raja Ampat’s legendary underwater world aboard our luxury liveaboard vessels. Designed for serious divers who refuse to compromise on comfort, our liveaboard packages offer unparalleled access to the Coral Triangle’s most spectacular dive sites, combined with five-star accommodations and personalized service.

The Premier Raja Ampat Liveaboard Experience

Our luxury liveaboards transform dive expeditions into refined adventures. Purpose-built for diving excellence, each vessel features spacious dive decks, Nitrox systems, dedicated camera stations, and climate-controlled cabins. Between dives, retreat to air-conditioned comfort, enjoy gourmet cuisine, and watch the sun set over uninhabited islands.

Unlike land-based resorts limited to nearby sites, liveaboards unlock Raja Ampat’s full potential. Travel overnight to wake at pristine dive sites, complete up to four dives daily, and explore areas few divers ever reach. This is diving without boundaries in Earth’s richest marine environment.

Why Choose Our Liveaboard

Maximum Dive Time, Minimum Travel

Individual gear storage, freshwater camera rinses, Nitrox fills, two dedicated dive tenders, and professional dive masters ensure seamless operations. Equipment rental available for all certification levels.

World-Class Dive Facilities

Individual gear storage, freshwater camera rinses, Nitrox fills, two dedicated dive tenders, and professional dive masters ensure seamless operations. Equipment rental available for all certification levels.

1,600+ Fish Species Await

Raja Ampat harbors the planet's highest marine biodiversity. Encounter wobbegong sharks, pygmy seahorses, schools of barracuda, manta rays at cleaning stations, and vibrant macro life found nowhere else.

Luxury Between Dives

Spacious en-suite cabins, expansive sun decks, indoor lounges, and gourmet dining create a floating resort atmosphere. Unwind with massage services, capture images in the camera room, or socialize over sundowners.

Expert Local Knowledge

Our Indonesian dive guides possess decades of combined experience in Raja Ampat waters. They know seasonal patterns, creature behavior, and optimal conditions for each site.

Signature Dive Sites

Northern Routes: Dampier Strait & Wayag

Cape Kri

Cape Kri

Hold the world record site with 374 fish species documented in one dive. Experience schooling jacks, trevally, and sweetlips in extraordinary numbers.

Manta Sandy

Manta Sandy

Observe manta rays at this famous cleaning station. Witness graceful giants as cleaner fish service their gills and skin in shallow, clear water.

Blue Magic

Blue Magic

Drift dive through pelagic action. Large trevally, tuna, and sharks patrol the blue while smaller reef fish create a kaleidoscope of color.

Wayag Islands

Wayag Islands

Surface intervals among otherworldly karst formations. Climb viewpoints for iconic photography before descending into pristine reefs.

Central Routes: Biodiversity Hotspots

Sardine Reef

Sardine Reef

Navigate narrow passages where massive schools of sardines create living walls, attracting predators from all directions.

The Passage

The Passage

Drift through a natural channel connecting two bays. Photograph wobbegong sharks resting under ledges and schools of fish in crystal visibility.

Mike's Point

Mike's Point

Soft coral paradise with exceptional macro opportunities. Find pygmy seahorses, nudibranchs, and rare critters with our eagle-eyed guides.

Southern Routes: Misool Magic

Magic Mountain

Magic Mountain

Encounter oceanic manta rays year-round at this seamount cleaning station. Some of the largest mantas in Raja Ampat frequent this site.

Boo Windows

Boo Windows

Explore dramatic swim-throughs and caverns teeming with glassfish and batfish. Advanced divers appreciate the topography and light play.

Yellit Kecil

Yellit Kecil

Pristine hard coral gardens showcase Raja Ampat's reef health. Perfect macro diving combined with stunning wide-angle opportunities.

Liveaboard Packages

Choose from our carefully curated itineraries designed to showcase the best of Raja Ampat

7-Day Northern Explorer

7-Day Northern Explorer

Sorong to Sorong roundtrip focusing on Dampier Strait's greatest hits. Includes approximately 20-24 dives across Cape Kri, Manta Sandy, Blue Magic, and the Arborek region. Perfect introduction for first-time Raja Ampat divers.

10-Day Ultimate Dive Safari

10-Day Ultimate Dive Safari

Extended journey covering northern and central zones. Up to 32-36 dives including all major sites plus remote locations. Ideal for photographers and serious divers maximizing bottom time.

12-Day Southern Expedition

12-Day Southern Expedition

Comprehensive Raja Ampat experience from Sorong to Misool and return. 36-40 dives encompassing the archipelago's full diversity. Most thorough option for dedicated divers.

Private Charter

Private Charter

Design your perfect dive expedition with full vessel charter. Custom itineraries, flexible schedules, and exclusive use for groups of 8-16 divers. Family and non-diver accommodations available.

What Makes Liveaboard Superior

Geographic Advantage

Cover 10-15 times more territory than resort-based diving. Access remote sites impossible on day trips. Wake up at world-class locations every morning.

Dive Frequency

Three to four dives daily maximize your underwater time. Shore-based operations typically manage two dives per day with significant travel between sites.

Site Selection

Current and weather conditions determine daily routes. We optimize your experience by choosing the best available diving each day rather than fixed schedules.

Community Atmosphere

Share experiences with like-minded divers from around the world. Evening discussions, photo sharing, and camaraderie enhance the adventure.

All-Inclusive Value

One price covers accommodation, meals, unlimited diving, equipment, guides, and transfers. No daily decisions about additional costs or logistics.

Non-Diver Activities

Liveaboards welcome non-diving partners and family members. Snorkeling offers equally spectacular reef encounters in shallow waters. Kayak through mangrove channels, paddleboard in calm lagoons, or hike to panoramic viewpoints. Visit traditional Papuan villages, photograph endemic birds of paradise, or simply relax aboard with books and sundowners.

Our guides facilitate surface-level exploration that rivals the underwater world in beauty and interest.

 

Vessel Specifications

Accommodation

8-16 guests in air-conditioned cabins with private bathrooms. Configuration includes master suites, double cabins, and twin options. Premium linens and daily housekeeping.

Dive Deck

Individual gear stations, camera rinse tanks, charging stations, equipment storage, Nitrox membrane system, and two dive tenders with ladder access.

Common Areas

Spacious sun deck with loungers, shaded dining area, indoor lounge with entertainment, camera room with editing stations, and multiple charging points.

Safety Equipment

Oxygen, first aid, emergency communication, life jackets, fire suppression, and emergency evacuation procedures. All vessels exceed Indonesian maritime standards.

October to April represents prime season with calm seas, excellent visibility (20-30 meters), and comfortable water temperatures (27-30°C). December through March sees peak marine activity including manta ray aggregations.

May to September offers quieter periods with occasional wind. Experienced divers still enjoy excellent conditions with potential for stronger currents that attract pelagics.

Year-round diving is possible, with each season offering unique advantages. Our departure schedule runs continuously with weekly trips.

Best Time for Liveaboard Diving

Certification Requirements

Minimum Qualification: Open Water Diver certification
Recommended: Advanced Open Water with 50+ logged dives
Ideal: Rescue Diver with deep and drift specialties

Raja Ampat's currents and topography suit confident divers. We accommodate beginners with careful site selection but recommend solid foundational skills for maximum enjoyment. Certification courses available aboard with advance arrangement.

Preparing for Your Journey

What's Included

  • All accommodation aboard the liveaboard
  • Three meals daily plus snacks and refreshments
  • Unlimited tea, coffee, and drinking water
  • 3-4 dives per day with experienced dive guides
  • Nitrox fills for certified divers
  • Dive equipment rental (BCD, regulator, wetsuit)
  • Two dive tenders for site access
  • Snorkeling equipment for surface intervals
  • Airport transfers in Sorong
  • Raja Ampat marine park permits
  • Dive insurance consultation

What to Bring

  • Current dive certification cards and logbook
  • Dive computer and safety equipment
  • Underwater camera and accessories
  • Reef-safe sunscreen and after-sun care
  • Personal medications and supplements
  • Lightweight clothing for tropical conditions
  • Light jacket for evening boat breeze
  • Personal dive gear if preferred

Frequently Asked Questions

Book Your Raja Ampat Liveaboard

Transform your diving aspirations into reality aboard a Luxury Raja Ampat liveaboard. Contact our team to discuss availability, select your ideal itinerary, and prepare for the ultimate underwater adventure in the Coral Triangle.

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