Description
Boat
Epica is simple but comfortable vessel, 24 meters in length and 4.5 meters in width, it's entirely constructed of iron wood.
On the upper deck, is where you can ease off relaxing in a hammock or in our many beanbags laid out on the spacious upper deck.
It consists of a fully open deck where you spend most of the time you are on board, this has a large table where we share our breakfasts, meals and some beer at night, as we have a refrigerator where you can buy beers and sodas at a very reasonable price.
All the meals are freshly prepared for you to enjoy mixing western and local cuisine.
Epica has a team consisting of 4 sailors Bugis : a Western cruise director, diving instructor and divemaster as a minimum.
Cabin
Epica has 6 guest cabins, it can welcome up to 12 guests per trip :
All cabins are very basic without luxurious amenities but are provided with power sockets to your convenience.
6 Guest Cabins :
Located on the lower deck, each comes with two single beds in bunk style, with portholes.
2 Shared Bathroom :
With wash-hand basin, with fresh water showers, and toilet.
Diving
- 3 dives per day + alternating additional night dives.
- No dive on the embarkation and disembarkation day.
- Only 1 - 2 dives will be provided on the last diving day.
- All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.
Other Informations
- Nitrox：Not available at the moment
- 15L Tanks：Available with additional cost
- REBREATHER Dive：Not available at the moment
- Technical Dive：Not available at the moment
- Dive Equipment Rental：Available with additional charge
- Dive insurance：Divers must have valid dive insurance
- Wi-Fi Internet ：Available free of charge for all guest
- Laundry Service：Not available at the moment
- Massage Service：Not available at the moment
- Payment on board：By cash (IDR/USD/EUR)
- Crew Number：4, include 2 dive guides
Itineraries
Best of Dampier | 7D/6N
Starting and ending our adventure in Waisai we dive approximately 19 of the most spectacular sites Raja Ampat has to offer. On our way through the Dampier Strait we explore the reefs around Kri, Mensuar, Arborek, the Fam Islands, and Yanggalo.
The Dampier Strait separates the islands of Waigeo and Batanta and is part of the Indonesian Throughflow, channeling a gigantic volume of water from the Pacific Ocean to the Indian Ocean and back. These currents carry with them millions of eggs and larvae that supply the region with both genetic diversity and food. A buffet for sea creatures of all sorts!
Dampier / Misool | 9D/8N - 10D/9N
With a total of 27 dives and 5 land excursions we show you the best Raja Ampat has to offer. 3 night dives – one in each area we visit – give us a chance to observe the nocturnal marine life.
In Batanta we trek to a spectacular waterfall, in Misool you get to swim in one of the world’s few Jellyfish lakes and in central Raja Ampat we take the 341 steps to admire the breath-taking view of the Bintang Lagoon at Piaynemo.
Starting in the Dampier Strait we introduce you to the variations of dive site topographies and how the current affects them. We then move further south to Batanta for some muck diving where you get to admire colourful critters like blue ringed octopus or flamboyant cuttlefish.
After an overnight crossing south, we spend 3 days diving around the scattering of islands south-east of Misool. Dive sites we visit include Shadow Reef (Magic Mountain), Boo Windows and Four Kings.
Back north we dive around Piaynemo, where Melissa’s Garden and My Reef will take your breath away. Finally, back on our way through the Dampier Strait we explore the reefs around Kri, Mensuar, Arborek and Gam.
King of the North| 10D/9N
Epica takes you on a 10-day journey through the Dampier Strait to the North of Raja Ampat. With a total of 27 dives and 4 land excursions, we show you the best Raja Ampat has to offer. 2 night dives give us a chance to observe the nocturnal marine life. In Wayag we trek to a spectacular viewpoint and watch the baby sharks on the beach and in central Raja Ampat we take the 341 steps to admire the breath-taking view of the Bintang Lagoon at Piaynemo.
Starting in the Dampier Strait we introduce you to the variations of dive site topographies and how the current affects them. We then move further north to Aljui Bay for some muck diving where you get to admire colourful critters like blue ringed octopus or flamboyant cuttlefish. We spend 3 days diving around the scattering of islands around Wayag and Kawe. Dive sites we visit include Magic Rock, Far Out Rock and Eagle Rock. Back south we dive around Piaynemo, where Melissa’s Garden and My Reef will take your breath away. Finally, back on our way through the Dampier Strait we explore the reefs around Kri and Gam.
Day to Day Itineraries Detail
Please contact one of our agents to learn about more details of each Itinerary. Drop us an email, we will get back to you shortly!
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| Destinations | Raja Ampat |
|---|---|
| Facilities | Wi-Fi |
| Languages spoken | English |
Schedules & routes
Prices & conditions
Included
- Transfers from airport and/or hotel to the yacht
- VAT and local taxes
- Full-board meal plan (including snacks)
- Complimentary beverages (water, tea, coffee)
- Diving activity (incl. tanks, weights, weight belts)
- Dive guide service
- Land excursions and activities throughout the trip
- Boat accident insurance
- Cabin cleaning service
- Wi-Fi
Not included
- Domestic flights in destination country
- Marine park fees & Port fees
- Fuel surcharge
- Alcoholic beverage
- Soft drinks
- Dive equipment rentals
- Larger tank (15 L)
- Dive insurance (mandatory requirement)
- Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
- Cabin towels and complimentary toiletries
- Crew gratuity
Useful information
Raja Ampat
Best time for diving
Mid October to April, the wind then picks up in May until the end of August, causing rougher seas and this means Misool area in the south will be shut from June to September. From July until September the diving in the north still can be enjoyable. The visibility can vary from 10 - 30 meters, current can be from mild to strong at times.
About temperatures
Air : fairly constant between 25°C - 31°C year-round.
Sea : it is warm all year round, about 27°C - 31°C
Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend a 3 mm full wetsuit throughout the year.
Diver requirement
Intermediate to Advanced level. You can find out more informations about diving in Raja Ampat here : Raja Ampat
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Most of the embarkation / disembarkation will be in Sorong (SOQ).
Few liveaboards also departs from Waisai (RJM).
The easiest to fly through to & from Sorong (SOQ) via Jakarta (CGK), Makassar (UPG), Bali (DPS), or Manado (MDC).
Visa Requirements
Indonesia offers a free visa on arrival service for many nationalities which allows visitors to stay in the country for up to 30 days. A list of countries that are eligible for visa on arrival can be found on the Indonesian Government's Directorate General of Immigration.
Please note: Immigration officials in Indonesia may ask for proof of onward travel (e.g. a return or onward air ticket).
Vaccinations
Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travellers over the age of 9 months arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
Money Matters
The local currency is Indonesian Rupiah (IDR), all liveaboards accept cash payments in USD.
Rupiah can be purchased from all major banks and exchange outlets. Credit and debit cards are also accepted in major hotels, restaurants & shops.
Drones
There are very few restrictions on the use of drones for photography purposes within Indonesia. Please check Drone laws in Indonesia for details.
Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such service.
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