Komodo National Park (7 Days / 6 Nights - 18 Dives)
Trip highlights: shark action, dolphins, manta rays, dugongs/manatees, turtles, great macro life/ marine diversity, schooling fish & big pelagics, non diving activities
Diving environment: advanced divers, drift diving, healthy reefs, very popular, wall diving
Dive sites and activities: Komodo National Park: Sebayur, Tatawa Besar, Manta Point, Batu Bolong, Gili Lawa Bay, Crystal Rock, Castle Rock, The Couldron, Padar - 3 Sisters, Secret Garden, Pillarsteen, Manta Alley, Tanjung Sera, Loh Sera, Pantai Merah, Coral Garden. View bats at Kalong Island, land visit to see Komodo dragons.
Day 1
A staff member will collect you from your local hotel or airport in Labuan Bajo and transfer you to the port to board Lady Denok. A boat tour of the facilities/features, safety briefing, an introduction to the crew and fellow divers, as well as settling into your cabin is the first order of the day. The boat will depart to Sebayur as soon as all guests are on board. Now it's time to set up your equipment as there will be a check-dive on day 1 and possibly a night dive. Afternoon snacks and dinner will be served on this day.
Days 2-6
Komodo National Park, of myth and legend where dragons roam, is surrounded by rich nutrient-rich waters where a kaleidoscope of colour and life awaits intermediate and advanced scuba divers. Expect to see schools of reef fish gathered around amazing hard and soft coral formations that attract big hunters like barracuda, trevallies, tunas and reef sharks. The strong currents attract mantas, dolphins, sunfish and eagle rays. Look out for critters too as they will be everywhere, from submerged walls to sandy flat bottoms, expert dive guide will help locate them - pygmy seahorses, ghost pipefish, frogfish, rhinopia, nudibranchs, ribbon eels, sea apples and blue-ringed octopus, to name just a few. 4 dives are scheduled on each full diving day. There are over 60 dive sites in Komodo and the crew are happy to consider guest preferences.
Day 7
Enjoy your last leisurely delicious breakfast while sharing media and contacts with your fellow divers. Say your farewells and then it is time for the crew to transport you to the airport or nearby hotel.
Komodo National Park (6 Days / 5 Nights - 15 Dives)
Trip highlights: shark action, dolphins, manta rays, dugongs/manatees, turtles, great macro life/ marine diversity, schooling fish & big pelagics, non diving activities
Diving environment: advanced divers, drift diving, healthy reefs, very popular, wall diving
Dive sites and activities: Komodo National Park: Sebayur, Tatawa Besar, Manta Point, Batu Bolong, Gili Lawa Bay, Crystal Rock, Castle Rock, The Couldron, Padar - 3 Sisters, Secret Garden, Pillarsteen, Manta Alley, Tanjung Sera. View bats at Kalong Island, land visit to see Komodo dragons.
Day 1
A staff member will collect you from your local hotel or airport in Labuan Bajo and transfer you to the port to board Lady Denok. A boat tour of the facilities/features, safety briefing, an introduction to the crew and fellow divers, as well as settling into your cabin is the first order of the day. The boat will depart to Sebayur as soon as all guests are on board. Now it's time to set up your equipment as there will be a check-dive on day 1 and possibly a night dive. Afternoon snacks and dinner will be served on this day.
Days 2-5
Komodo National Park, of myth and legend where dragons roam, is surrounded by rich nutrient-rich waters where a kaleidoscope of colour and life awaits intermediate and advanced scuba divers. Expect to see schools of reef fish gathered around amazing hard and soft coral formations that attract big hunters like barracuda, trevallies, tunas and reef sharks. The strong currents attract mantas, dolphins, sunfish and eagle rays. Look out for critters too as they will be everywhere, from submerged walls to sandy flat bottoms, expert dive guide will help locate them - pygmy seahorses, ghost pipefish, frogfish, rhinopia, nudibranchs, ribbon eels, sea apples and blue-ringed octopus, to name just a few. 4 dives are scheduled on each full diving day. There are over 60 dive sites in Komodo and the crew are happy to consider guest preferences.
Day 6
Enjoy your last leisurely delicious breakfast while sharing media and contacts with your fellow divers. Say your farewells and then it is time for the crew to transport you to the airport or nearby hotel.
Komodo National Park (8 Days / 7 Nights - 22 Dives)
Trip highlights: shark action, dolphins, manta rays, dugongs/manatees, turtles, great macro life/ marine diversity, schooling fish & big pelagics, non diving activities
Diving environment: advanced divers, drift diving, healthy reefs, very popular, wall diving
Dive sites and activities: Komodo National Park: Sebayur, Tatawa Besar, Manta Point, Batu Bolong, Gili Lawa Bay, Crystal Rock, Castle Rock, The Couldron, Padar - 3 Sisters, Secret Garden, Pillarsteen, Canibal Rock, Yellow Wall, Torpedo Point, Manta Alley, Tanjung Sera, Loh Sera, Pantai Merah, Wainilu. View bats at Kalong Island, land visit to see Komodo dragons.
Day 1
A staff member will collect you from your local hotel or airport in Labuan Bajo and transfer you to the port to board Lady Denok. A boat tour of the facilities/features, safety briefing, an introduction to the crew and fellow divers, as well as settling into your cabin is the first order of the day. The boat will depart to Sebayur as soon as all guests are on board. Now it's time to set up your equipment as there will be a check-dive on day 1 and possibly a night dive. Afternoon snacks and dinner will be served on this day.
Days 2-7
Komodo National Park offers an extraordinary diving experience where nutrient-rich waters support a spectacular array of marine life, making it a world-class destination for divers seeking both adrenaline and awe-inspiring biodiversity. Strong currents attract mantas, dolphins, sunfish, trevallies, sharks and eagle rays, while expert guides lead you through amazing coral reefs packed with reef fish, and help spot critters such as pygmy seahorses, ghost pipefish, frogfish, and blue-ringed octopus hidden along walls and sandy bottoms.
There are over 60 dive sites in Komodo and the crew are happy to consider guest preferences. Iconic sites like Batu Bolong and The Cauldron challenge experienced divers with powerful currents and encounters with reef sharks and turtles, while Manta Point lives up to its name with regular manta ray sightings. Gili Lawa Darat provides clearer, calmer conditions suitable for all levels, and sites like Castle Rock and Crystal Rock dazzle with schooling fish and dramatic underwater topography.
Day 8
Enjoy your last leisurely delicious breakfast while sharing media and contacts with your fellow divers. Say your farewells and then it is time for the crew to transport you to the airport or nearby hotel.
Raja Ampat National Park (13 Days / 12 Nights - 40 Dives)
Trip highlights: shark action, manta rays, turtles, great macro life/ marine diversity, schooling fish & big pelagics
Diving environment: advanced divers, caverns, drift diving, healthy reefs, wall diving
Dive sites and activities: Raja Ampat: Matan, Misool - Daram, Warakaraket, Wayilbatan, Balbulol; Penemo, Kawe, Yanggefo, Arborek, Dampier Strait - Mansuar, Sawendarek, Mioskon, Cape Kri, Saonek. Hike to Penemo viewpoint.
Day 1
A staff member will collect you from your local hotel or airport in Sorong and transfer you to the port to board Lady Denok. A boat tour of the facilities/features, safety briefing, an introduction to the crew and fellow divers, as well as settling into your cabin is the first order of the day. The boat will depart to Misool as soon as all guests are on board. Now it's time to set up your equipment as there will be a check-dive on day 1. Afternoon snacks and dinner will be served on this day.
Days 2-12
Located in the epicentre of the Coral Triangle, Raja Ampat is considered the most diverse marine region in the world and many experienced divers say it’s the best destination on the planet. These spectacular islands are a remote area where the variety and health of corals, fish and other marine creatures is staggering - both large and small. Endemic wobbegongs, epaulette sharks, blacktip reef sharks, oceanic manta rays, schools of trevallies and barracudas, bumphead parrotfish, turtles, jawfish, huge schools of fish, are all commonly encountered. The amazing macro life includes peacock mantis shrimps, soft coral crabs, shrimps, nudibranchs, pygmy seahorses, pipefish; new and as yet unnamed species are being discovered all the time. Raja Ampat has it all. 4 dives are scheduled on each full diving day.
Day 13
Enjoy your last leisurely delicious breakfast while sharing media and contacts with your fellow divers. Say your farewells and then it is time for the crew to transport you to the airport or nearby hotel.
Raja Ampat National Park South & Central (11 Days / 10 Nights - 32 Dives)
Trip highlights: shark action, manta rays, turtles, great macro life/ marine diversity, schooling fish & big pelagics
Diving environment: advanced divers, caverns, drift diving, healthy reefs, wall diving
Dive sites and activities: Raja Ampat: Matan, Misool - Daram, Warakaraket, Wayilbatan, Balbulol; Penemo, Yanggefo, Arborek, Dampier Strait - Mansuar, Mioskon, Cape Kri, Friwen, Sapokren. Hike to Penemo viewpoint.
Day 1
A staff member will collect you from your local hotel or airport in Sorong and transfer you to the port to board Lady Denok. A boat tour of the facilities/features, safety briefing, an introduction to the crew and fellow divers, as well as settling into your cabin is the first order of the day. The boat will depart to Misool as soon as all guests are on board. Now it's time to set up your equipment as there will be a check-dive on day 1. Afternoon snacks and dinner will be served on this day.
Days 2-10
Located in the epicentre of the Coral Triangle, Raja Ampat is considered the most diverse marine region in the world and many experienced divers say it’s the best destination on the planet. These spectacular islands are a remote area where the variety and health of corals, fish and other marine creatures is staggering - both large and small. Endemic wobbegongs, epaulette sharks, blacktip reef sharks, oceanic manta rays, schools of trevallies and barracudas, bumphead parrotfish, turtles, jawfish, huge schools of fish, are all commonly encountered. The amazing macro life includes peacock mantis shrimps, soft coral crabs, shrimps, nudibranchs, pygmy seahorses, pipefish; new and as yet unnamed species are being discovered all the time. Raja Ampat has it all. 4 dives are scheduled on each full diving day.
Day 11
Enjoy your last leisurely delicious breakfast while sharing media and contacts with your fellow divers. Say your farewells and then it is time for the crew to transport you to the airport or nearby hotel.
Raja Ampat, Banda Sea & Ambon (13 Days / 12 Nights - 37 Dives)
Trip highlights: shark action, manta rays, turtles, great macro life/ marine diversity, schooling fish & big pelagics
Diving environment: advanced divers, caverns, drift diving, healthy reefs, off the beaten track, wall diving
Dive sites and activities: Raja Ampat: Matan, Misool - Daram, Warakaraket, Wayil, Balbulol; Koon, Seram, Pisang, Banda Islands - Batu Kapal, Banda Neira, Pulau Ai, Run; Suanggi, Saparua, Nusa Laut, Moana, Ambon: Laha, Hukurila Cave. Visit historic Fort Belgica.
Day 1
A staff member will collect you from your local hotel or airport in Sorong and transfer you to the port to board Lady Denok. A boat tour of the facilities/features, safety briefing, an introduction to the crew and fellow divers, as well as settling into your cabin is the first order of the day. The boat will depart to Misool as soon as all guests are on board. Now it's time to set up your equipment as there will be a check-dive on day 1. Afternoon snacks and dinner will be served on this day.
Days 2-12
Located in the epicentre of the Coral Triangle, Raja Ampat is considered the most diverse marine region in the world and many experienced divers say it’s the best destination on the planet. These spectacular islands are a remote area where the variety and health of corals, fish and other marine creatures is staggering - both large and small. Endemic wobbegongs, epaulette sharks, blacktip reef sharks, oceanic manta rays, schools of trevallies and barracudas, bumphead parrotfish, turtles, jawfish, huge schools of fish, are all commonly encountered. The amazing macro life includes peacock mantis shrimps, soft coral crabs, shrimps, nudibranchs, pygmy seahorses, pipefish; new and as yet unnamed species are being discovered all the time. Raja Ampat has it all.
The Banda Sea deserves its reputation as one of the world's best dive regions and the Banda Islands never fail to deliver great diving on colourful and thriving coral reefs that attract hundreds of different species of fish. Dogtooth tuna and mobula rays, whales and dolphins, banded sea kraits, massive schools of fusiliers, there is an extraordinary variety of marine life and the sheer volume of fish life is astonishing. Ambon Bay is a centre for incredible muck diving and tiny critters. It is famed for its endemic Ambon scorpionfish, plus Halimeda ghostpipefish, spiny devilfish, rhinopia, waspfish, fingered dragonets, flamboyant cuttlefish, and a huge range of morays. 4 dives are scheduled on each full diving day.
Day 13
Enjoy your last leisurely delicious breakfast while sharing media and contacts with your fellow divers. Say your farewells and then it is time for the crew to transport you to Ambon Airport or nearby hotel.
Note: please check exact port details above as this itinerary sometimes runs in reverse.
Komodo & Sumbawa (Whale Shark Special) (10 Days / 9 Nights - 25 Dives)
Trip highlights: whale sharks, shark action, dolphins, manta rays, dugongs/manatees, turtles, great macro life/ marine diversity, schooling fish & big pelagics, non diving activities
Diving environment: advanced divers, beginner divers, drift diving, healthy reefs, off the beaten track, very popular, wall diving
Dive sites and activities: Bali: Nusa Penida, Sumbawa: Teluk Saleh, Satonda, Moyo, Sangeang; Komodo National Park: Batu Monco Bay, Gili Lawah Bay, Crystal Rock, Castle Rock, The Cauldron, Tatawa Besar, Manta Point, Batu Bolong, Wainilu, Padar - 3 Sisters, Secret Garden, Pillarsteen, Pantai Merah, Siaba Kecil, Manta Alley, Loh Sera. Land visit to see Komodo dragons, visit Mata Jitu Waterfall, snorkel with whale sharks.
Day 1
A staff member will collect you from your local hotel or airport in southern Bali and transfer you to the port in Serangan to board Lady Denok. A boat tour of the facilities/features, safety briefing, an introduction to the crew and fellow divers, as well as settling into your cabin is the first order of the day. The boat will depart to Nusa Penida as soon as all guests are on board. Now it's time to set up your equipment as there will be a check-dive on day 1. Afternoon snacks and dinner will be served on this day.
Days 2-9
This is a specialty cruise in search of the amazing whale sharks of Sumbawa. Several of these gentle giants of the sea are attracted to Saleh Bay, along the north coast of Sumbawa, to feed at the bagans of the fishermen in the bay. The chances are excellent that you will encounter several whale sharks on this dive safari. Elsewhere, Sumbawa has crystal-clear waters, deep and vibrant walls, steaming underwater volcanic vents, vast schools of countless triggerfish and butterflyfish, macro sightings of blue-ringed octopus, clown frogfish and nudibranchs, and numerous reef sharks and tuna in its deep walled sections.
Komodo National Park, of myth and legend where dragons roam, is surrounded by rich nutrient-rich waters where a kaleidoscope of colour and life awaits intermediate and advanced scuba divers. Expect to see schools of reef fish gathered around amazing hard and soft coral formations that attract big hunters like barracuda, trevallies, tunas and reef sharks. The strong currents attract mantas, dolphins, sunfish and eagle rays. Look out for critters too as they will be everywhere, from submerged walls to sandy flat bottoms, expert dive guide will help locate them - pygmy seahorses, ghost pipefish, frogfish, rhinopia, nudibranchs, ribbon eels, sea apples and blue-ringed octopus, to name just a few.
Day 10
Enjoy your last leisurely delicious breakfast while sharing media and contacts with your fellow divers. Say your farewells and then it is time for the crew to transport you to Labuan Bajo airport or nearby hotel.
Note: this itinerary sometimes runs in reverse so check the exact port details for your particular trip.
Komodo National Park, Flores & Alor (10 Days / 9 Nights - 27 Dives)
Trip highlights: shark action, dolphins, manta rays, dugongs/manatees, turtles, great macro life/ marine diversity, schooling fish & big pelagics, non diving activities
Diving environment: advanced divers, beginner divers, drift diving, healthy reefs, off the beaten track, very popular, wall diving
Dive sites and activities: Pulau Kelor, Komodo: Wainilu, Manta Point, Batu Bolong, The Cauldron, Gili Lawa Darat, Crystal Rock, Castle Rock, Tatawa Besar, Pengah, Tatawa Kecil, Siaba; Flores: Pulau Rutong, Palue, Pasir Panjang, Babi, Lembata, Bacatan; Alor. Land visit to see Komodo dragons.
Day 1
Your adventure begins with a transfer from Labuan Bajo Airport or hotel to the port, where you’ll board the Ladt Denok. After a warm welcome, you’ll receive a boat tour, safety briefing, and crew introduction before settling into your cabin. The journey kicks off with a check dive at Pulau Kelor, followed by an exciting trek on Rinca Island to encounter the legendary Komodo dragons. As evening falls, you’ll enjoy a night dive at Wainilu Island, with afternoon snacks and dinner served onboard to complete your first unforgettable day in Komodo.
Days 2-9
Komodo National Park presents a world-class diving paradise where nutrient-rich currents create an explosion of marine life. The park's diverse sites cater to all experience levels, from adrenaline-pumping drift dives to serene coral gardens. Expert divers can challenge themselves at current-swept sites like Batu Bolong and The Cauldron, encountering reef sharks and turtles, while Manta Point guarantees spectacular ray encounters. The area's remarkable biodiversity ranges from tiny macro wonders like pygmy seahorses and ghost pipefish to majestic pelagics including mantas, dolphins, and occasional sunfish. Sites like Tatawa Kecil offer thrilling swim-throughs and dramatic rock formations, while Pulau Siaba's vibrant reefs showcase the park's full underwater splendour.
Flores is also a biodiversity hotspot with unique underwater landscapes. Some of the most sought-after critters include the weedy scorpionfish, ribbon eels, frogfish, saron shrimp, blue-ring octopus, and wonderpus. There are coral gardens for schooling fish, as well as current-swept walls and drop-offs that attract reef sharks and rays.
Indonesia's Alor archipelago is fed by nutrient-rich currents to create thriving marine ecosystems. The area boasts steep volcanic drop-offs and vibrant coral gardens, attracting both macro enthusiasts and big animal lovers. Divers can encounter rare critters like hairy frogfish, rhinopias, and mimic octopus, alongside larger species such as reef sharks and schooling bumphead parrotfish. Sites like Mandarin Wall dazzle with colourful walls and mating mandarinfish. Advanced divers can explore Bama Wall's steep coral-covered walls and shark sightings, while Black Rhino provides unforgettable night dives among striking black coral formations. For muck diving enthusiasts, Sopi Market and Ampera reveal a hidden world of seahorses, frogfish, and nudibranchs against black sand slopes.
Day 10
Enjoy your last leisurely delicious breakfast while sharing media and contacts with your fellow divers. Say your farewells and then it is time for the crew to transport you to Alor airport or nearby hotel.
Note: this itinerary sometimes runs in reverse so check the exact port details for your particular trip.
Raja Ampat, Lembeh & Halmahera (13 Days / 12 Nights - 37 Dives)
Trip highlights: shark action, manta rays, turtles, great macro life/ marine diversity, schooling fish & big pelagics
Diving environment: advanced divers, beginner divers, caverns, drift diving, healthy reefs, off the beaten track, wall diving
Dive sites and activities: Lembeh Strait, Tifore, Halmahera: Goraici, Lilai, Patintie Strait, Proco; Pisang, Raja Ampat: Misool - Daram, Warakaraket, Wayilbatan, Boo
Day 1
Upon boarding the Lady Denok, you'll receive a warm welcome with a comprehensive boat tour, safety briefing, and introductions to both crew members and fellow divers before settling into your cabin. Once all guests are aboard, the liveaboard will set sail toward the islands of Misool. To ensure you're fully prepared for the underwater wonders ahead, you'll have time to set up your dive gear for an initial check-dive on the first day. As you cruise, afternoon snacks and a dinner will be served, marking the perfect start to your Indonesian adventure.
Days 2-12
Nestled in the heart of the Coral Triangle, Misool is a diver's paradise boasting the planet's richest marine biodiversity. This remote sanctuary dazzles with pristine coral reefs teeming with life, such as oceanic manta rays, reef sharks, and massive schools of barracuda and bumphead parrotfish. Divers will delight in rare finds like wobbegongs and epaulette sharks, as well as pygmy seahorses, and colourful nudibranchs; the area continuously reveals new, undiscovered species. With its picturesque limestone formations and unparalleled density of marine life, Misool offers unforgettable encounters at every depth.
The remote region of Halmahera offers exhilarating drift dives and pristine reefs with exceptional biodiversity. At Goraici, Lilai Island's mangrove clusters provide opportunities to observe manta rays at cleaning stations, while the seamount of Karang Equator teems with blacktip reef sharks. Venturing into the Patintie Strait and the Proco Channel, strong currents attract large schools of fish, sharks, and barracuda, making it an adrenaline-filled home for experienced divers.
Renowned as the ultimate destination for critter lovers, the Lembeh Strait's black sand slopes and volcanic muck sites host an astonishing concentration of rare marine life. This critter hotspot is famous for its 'underwater celebrities' - from flamboyant cuttlefish, mimic octopus and psychedelic frogfish to hairy shrimp, blue-ringed octopus, and the elusive wonderpus. The nutrient-rich waters are also home to seahorses, ghost pipefish, and countless exotic nudibranchs, all thriving amidst volcanic debris. It is a must-do for underwater photographers and divers seeking nature's most bizarre and beautiful small-scale marvels.
Day 13
On the final morning, savour a breakfast, then the crew will arrange your transfer to Manado Airport or a nearby hotel.
Please note that port details may vary as this itinerary occasionally operates in reverse.
[Information is best estimate in ideal circumstances and subject to changes beyond our control. The itinerary is a guide only and may be adapted to best suit the weather, tides, currents, availability and other prevailing events. Price is for the cruise, not for an exact number of dives].
Each full diving day features 4 scheduled dives, beginning with an early continental breakfast buffet served at 6:30 am before the first dive. A hearty warm breakfast follows at 8:30 am, with the second dive commencing around 11 am before lunch service. The afternoon's third dive starts at 3 pm, after which guests can enjoy traditional Indonesian snacks and assorted cakes during the break before dinner. Night dives, when scheduled, typically run between 6-7 pm with dinner served afterward.
All meals are presented buffet-style in the air-conditioned main deck lounge, offering a fusion of Indonesian, Asian, and European cuisines. Some example dishes: tuna sambal matah, beef sate skewers, chicken cordon bleu with black pepper sauce, prawn salad with balsamic reduction, beef rendang with rice, spaghetti aglio olio and tomato salsa topped with pan-seared white snapper. Desserts include mango pudding with crumble of cashew nuts, coconut pudding topped with a variety of fresh fruit, chocolate cake with avocado sauce.
Special dining experiences include a farewell dinner on the open deck and potential beach barbecues (weather permitting). Throughout the journey, guests can enjoy an assortment of snacks, fresh fruits, hot and cold beverages, mocktails, and alcoholic drinks to stay refreshed between dives.
