Overview

The enchanting islands of Raja Ampat - The Four Kings - will leave even the most seasoned diver in awe

The Four Kings are the crown jewel of diving in the Indo-Pacific Ocean. An archipelago actually made up of over 1,500 islands, Raja Ampat centres around four main islands, which form the basis of the mythical name. All of this is located out in the ocean off the northwest tip of one of Indonesia’s largest islands, Papua.

It is also home to one of Indonesia’s largest marine parks, Cenderawasih Bay with an incredible array of marine flora and fauna. In fact, many studies have found that the archipelago contains the highest recorded marine life diversity on the planet. On one single dive in 2002, one of the world’s foremost fish specialists (an ichthyologist), set the world record for the number of fish species identified on a single dive with 283 species spotted.

The Bird’s Head Seascape at the heart of the coral triangle is the most bio diverse marine region. Making it home to 75 percent of all known coral species and 1300 species of fish. Even the dive sites are diverse where soft corals and seafans dominate, others with amazing hard corals, seagrass beds, mangroves, shallow reefs, drop offs and caves.

There are pygmy seahorses, nudibranch and tons of crustaceans for macro lovers. Mantas, reef sharks, wobbegong, walking sharks, octopus and turtles for the divers interested in the larger sea creatures. The most intriguing aspect of Raja Ampat is the guarantee to be spoiled on every dive with rare creatures, warm waters and schools of fish so big they block out the sun.

Indonesia as a whole is on the bucket list itinerary of most divers and Raja Ampat is usually at the very top of that list.

Accommodation

The beautiful ship Dewi Nusantara will be hosting us on this adventure a lifetime.

Living aboard Dewi Nusantara is as close to a five star experience as is possible in the faraway corners of the Indonesian archipelago.

With an overall length of 57 meters, our three masted topsail schooner moves with a grace and stability that only larger sailing vessels can offer. 2000 square meters of sail are complemented by two 500 horsepower marine engines and two desalinators that each produce 5000 liters of fresh water per day. We purposely designed the Goddess of the Archipelago to be totally independent for long periods at sea while offering unparalleled comfort. There are eight spacious air-conditioned staterooms, that can be adapted to either twin or double use, each with its own en suite bathroom. The master and commanders’ cabin aft is the size of a large hotel suite.

While you experience the romance of a bygone area you will be able to indulge in the sheer luxury of finding lots of space everywhere you go from bow to stern. There is a huge lounge and the dining facilities are those of a superb restaurant.

With her state of the art diving equipment Dewi Nusantara has become the ultimate live-aboard diving platform in Indonesia. Her discreet and attentive Indonesian crew of 18 is complemented by one cruise director and four dive-masters who all have a long experience in the area.

Cabins are double occupancy with the option of twin beds or a double bed for couples.

What's Included

The following is included in this once in a lifetime diving experience in Indonesia

We are excited about all our trip to Indonesia has to offer

11 days 10 nights on the Dewi Nusantara with daily housekeeping
3-4 dives per day including mantas, night dives, shallow dives, drifts, hard coral gardens, drop offs, mangroves and reef walls
All meals, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages are included (alcoholic beverages are available for purchase)
Two trip leaders from Scuba Getaway to ensure you have the best experience possible

Payment Options

A liveaboard trip is an investment for an experience of a lifetime and we want to make it as easy as possible on your pocketbook!

To talk more about this incredible trip, please contact Gillian at 1-416-792-3483 or email gillian@scubagetaway.com

The following is our basic deposit structure for our Indonesia 2019.

Due upon booking: $1,000 USD

Due September 1, 2018: $2,500 USD

Due February 1, 2019: $2,000 USD

Remaining amount August 1, 2019

(If deposit dates have already passed, please email gillian@scubagetaway.com to discuss alternate payment options for the trip.)

FAQ

What currency are trips priced in?

All currency for this trip is in USD.

What are your terms and conditions?

Please read our Terms and Conditions carefully. It includes all the information you need to know about booking with Scuba Getaway. You will have the option to agree to these Terms and Conditions when you make your first trip deposit.

Do you provide trip insurance?

We highly recommend you purchase trip cancellation insurance.

Do you provide dive insurance?

It’s required by Scuba Getaway and the Dewi Nusantara that all divers have dive insurance. We will request proof of current dive insurance before the trip. If you need to purchase insurance, we recommend DAN (Diver’s Alert Network).

Do I have to pay everything at once?

We offer a deposit schedule for each trip so that it’s easy on your pocket book.

How does roommate selection work?

One of the benefits to booking with Scuba Getaway is that we find great divers and roommates for you, if you aren’t traveling with a friend or significant other. We don’t pair co-ed roommates and we are happy to introduce you to your roommate before the trip.

What level of certification do I need for this trip?

For our liveaboards you are required to be advanced certified. If you are in the Greater Toronto Area our sister company Toronto Scuba Centre can help with certification, practice sessions and dive gear.

I don’t have all my own gear. Can I rent gear?

The Dewi Nusantara does provide gear rentals, as does Toronto Scuba Centre. You can also purchase new gear with Toronto Scuba Centre as well.

Are you able to accommodate food allergies and/or restrictions?

The Dewi Nusantara is happy to provide guests with a wide variety of options and has lots of experience dealing with food allergies.

I have never been on a liveaboard before and don’t know what to expect.

If diving is a new found passion of yours or you are an experienced diver that hasn’t yet made the giant stride onto a liveaboard, we can assure you that this type of trip is the best way to see the greatest dive sites in the world. There are always two representatives from Scuba Getaway on every trip that guide you and help you with all your diving needs. Our representatives are experienced divers and act on your behalf when dealing with all aspects of your trip from diving to accommodation to socializing we have your back and we are there to ensure you have the greatest trip possible. We only book premium liveaboards with the best crew in areas we are very familiar with.

Questions?