Description
Boat
Neomi is a 47 meters long and 9 meters wide wooden Phinisi-style live-aboard with cruise speed at 7 - 9 knots per hour, built in 2018, it serves diving and leisure trips throughout the Indonesian archipelago.
Neomi is made of teak and ironwood, it boasts spacious lounge areas and an air-conditioned restaurant which has a LCD TV 55”, touch-screen Karaoke with 15 inch subwoofer & 2 active speakers (JBL), DVD player.
There is also a large table outside for those who prefer to dine alfresco. Where you can drink cocktails after diving at this table. There are two brand new jacuzzi on this deck. Great for your sore muscles after a few days of diving. The sun deck is huge. It covers the whole boat and has plenty of sunbeds and 360 degrees view of the area.
Neomi takes safety seriously. The boat is equipped with a satellite phone, smoke detectors, and fire extinguishers. It further has an on-board water maker which can produce 10,000 liters / day.
Divers are well taken care of with top-notch diving facilities, including a spacious dive deck with individual gear storage, nitrox available for those certified, dedicated camera room and 2 tenders to make getting to and from the dive site comfortable.
Cabin
Neomi has 10 cozy guest cabins, it can welcome up to 20 guests:
All cabins comes with private bathroom, basin, hot & cold shower and air conditioner, TV, power outlets (European 220V type).
1 Master Cabin:
Located on the upper deck, this cabin comes with 1 double bed cabin (200CM x 200 CM), bathroom with private bath tub, private balcony, seaview windows.
1 Deluxe Cabin:
Located on the upper deck, this cabin comes with 1 double bed cabin (200CM x 200 CM), private balcony, seaview windows.
3 Deluxe Cabins:
Located on the upper deck, each cabin comes with 1 double bed (200CM x 200 CM) or two single beds side by side (100CM x 200CM), private balcony, seaview windows.
2 Deluxe Cabins:
Located on the main deck, each cabin comes with 1 double bed (200CM x 200 CM) or two single beds side by side (100CM x 200CM), private balcony, seaview windows.
3 Standard Cabins:
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with 1 double bed (200CM x 200 CM) or two single beds side by side (100CM x 200CM), portholes.
Diving
- 3 dives per day + alternating additional night dives.
- No dive on the embarkation and disembarkation day.
- 2 dives will be provided on the day before departure.
- All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.
- All divers will be provided with ENOS Diver Locator System.
- Kayaks available for all guests, snorkeling gear available for non-divers.
Other information
- Nitrox：Available with additional cost
- 15L Tanks：Available with additional cost
- Technical Dive Available:Not available at the moment
- REBREATHER Dive：Not available at the moment
- Dive Equipment Rental：Available, rate on request
- Dive insurance：Divers must have valid dive insurance
- Wi-Fi Internet ：Available with additional cost (Satelite)
- Laundry Service：Available with additional cost
- Massage Service：Not available at the moment
- Payment on board：By cash (USD/IDR) or credit card
- Crew Number：Unknown, include 4 - 5 dive guides
Itineraries
Raja Ampat - Misool | 8D/7N
Day One: Arrival At Sorong Airport
Our Dive Master will escort you to the boat and starting the journey. Safety briefing, boat orientation, crew introduction and necessary dive paperwork will be done before we set sail.
Day Two - Day Four : Misool
Total Dives: 9 Day Dives + 2 Night Dives + 1 Snorkeling. This unique area of Raja Ampat is home to an abundance of marine life. We will visit well known sites such as Farondi, Boo’s Window, Wayilbatan, Shadow Reef and also the highlight of this trip will be swimming at Jellyfish lake. Besides diving, Misol also offers some of the finest snorkeling in the world, with brightly colored soft corals and huge Gorgonian sea fans plenty of excursions in the speed boats to secluded lagoons and hidden areas of natural beauty on Misol Island.
Day Five – Day Seven: North Raja Ampat
Total Dives: 8 Day Dives + 2 Night Dives + Trekking.
Day Eight : Sorong Island
Breakfast will be served and afterwards prepare for disembarkation.
Banda Sea | 8D/7N
Day One: Ambon
Our crew will pick you up from island to our boat and start the day. First there will be a safety briefing, boat introduction, crew introduction and Room allocation on board while we are going to the next destination Pulau Suanggi.
Day Two : Pulau Suanggi
Better known as Manuk Island and is located 20 km northwest of Bandanaira, this island is another remote volcanic island far from human contact where the sea snakes thrive. It also offers a pristine bommies and a huge of sponge corals. And also the absolutely huge schools of barracuda which is not to be missed.
Day Three to Day Five: Banda Neira
Pulau Banda, Pulau Hatta, Pulau Run, Pulau Ai, Pulau Naira. > Offers a number of beautiful coral dive sites with the hard coral reefs and usually end in a soft coral, sea fan- and barrel sponge- covered wall. There are some colony of unicorn fish, Fusiliers, jacks fish and rainbow runners, white-tip sharks measuring almost two meters, napoleon wrasse, dogtoothed tuna, and turtles. But not only the underwater, we will also take you to have a land tour to Benteng Belgica which is the heritage of the Portuguese nation and The Old Church “Hollandische Kerk” which is built in 1600.
Day Six : Nusa Laut
Nusa Laut lies on the east of Ambon which offers some stunning hard coral seascapes. And its reef is a home to myriad of reef fish as well as a few reef sharks and some pelagic vistors. There are also several different species of triggerfish, butterfly-fish and angelfish.
Day Six : Ambon
Beneath the waters of Ambon, animals like Rhinopias scorpionfishes, frogfishes, seahorses, stonefishes, ghostpipefishes, pegasus sea moths, mandarin fishes, nudibranchs, harlequin and coleman shrimps, kauris, wonderpus, mimic and flamboyant cuttlefish, also the famous psychedelic frogfish (Histiophryne psychedelica) can be found here.
Day Eight : Ambon
We will reach Ambon in the morning. Breakfast will be served and afterwards prepare for disembarkation.
Komodo - North | 6D/5N
Day 1 : Labuan Bajo – Sebayur Island
Day 2 : Sangeang Island
Day 3 : Banta Island
Day 4 : Gili Lawa
Day 5 : Current City (Batu Bolong) – Rinca (Komodo Tour) – Sunset Bat
Day 6 : Labuan Bajo
More
| Destinations | Alor, Komodo, Banda Sea, Raja Ampat |
|---|---|
| Facilities | Nitrox support, Sidemount Friendly, Watersport equipment, Camera Station, Nautilus GPS, Fishing gear, Jacuzzi, Wi-Fi, Laundry |
| Languages spoken | Chinese, Japanese, English |
Schedules & routes
| Date | Duration | Destination | Departure - Arrival | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/05/2024 to 09/05/2024 | 5 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $2,350.00 | Detail |
| 10/05/2024 to 15/05/2024 | 5 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $2,350.00 | Detail |
| 16/05/2024 to 21/05/2024 | 5 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $2,350.00 | Detail |
| 22/05/2024 to 27/05/2024 | 5 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $2,350.00 | Detail |
| 28/05/2024 to 02/06/2024 | 5 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $2,350.00 | Detail |
| 07/06/2024 to 12/06/2024 | 5 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $2,350.00 | Detail |
| 14/06/2024 to 19/06/2024 | 5 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $2,350.00 | Detail |
| 21/06/2024 to 26/06/2024 | 5 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $2,350.00 | Detail |
| 28/06/2024 to 03/07/2024 | 5 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $2,350.00 | Detail |
| 05/07/2024 to 10/07/2024 | 5 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $2,350.00 | Detail |
| 12/07/2024 to 17/07/2024 | 5 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $2,350.00 | Detail |
| 19/07/2024 to 24/07/2024 | 5 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $2,350.00 | Detail |
| 26/07/2024 to 31/07/2024 | 5 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $2,350.00 | Detail |
| 02/08/2024 to 07/08/2024 | 5 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $2,350.00 | Detail |
| 09/08/2024 to 14/08/2024 | 5 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $2,350.00 | Detail |
| 16/08/2024 to 21/08/2024 | 5 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $2,350.00 | Detail |
| 23/08/2024 to 28/08/2024 | 5 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $2,350.00 | Detail |
| 06/09/2024 to 11/09/2024 | 5 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $2,350.00 | Detail |
| 12/09/2024 to 19/09/2024 | 7 nights | Banda Sea | Labuan Bajo - Alor | From $3,290.00 | Detail |
| 20/09/2024 to 30/09/2024 | 10 nights | Banda Sea | Alor - Ambon | From $4,700.00 | Detail |
| 01/10/2024 to 07/10/2024 | 6 nights | Banda Sea | Ambon - Ambon | From $2,820.00 | Detail |
| 08/10/2024 to 14/10/2024 | 6 nights | Banda Sea | Ambon - Ambon | From $2,820.00 | Detail |
| 15/10/2024 to 21/10/2024 | 6 nights | Banda Sea | Ambon - Ambon | From $2,820.00 | Detail |
| 22/10/2024 to 28/10/2024 | 6 nights | Banda Sea | Ambon - Ambon | From $2,820.00 | Detail |
| 29/10/2024 to 04/11/2024 | 6 nights | Banda Sea | Ambon - Ambon | From $2,820.00 | Detail |
| 05/11/2024 to 11/11/2024 | 6 nights | Banda Sea | Ambon - Ambon | From $2,820.00 | Detail |
| 12/11/2024 to 18/11/2024 | 6 nights | Banda Sea | Ambon - Ambon | From $2,820.00 | Detail |
| 19/11/2024 to 25/11/2024 | 6 nights | Banda Sea | Ambon - Ambon | From $2,820.00 | Detail |
| 26/11/2024 to 05/12/2024 | 9 nights | Raja Ampat | Ambon - Sorong | From $4,230.00 | Detail |
| 06/12/2024 to 12/12/2024 | 6 nights | Raja Ampat | Sorong - Sorong | From $2,820.00 | Detail |
| 13/12/2024 to 19/12/2024 | 6 nights | Raja Ampat | Sorong - Sorong | From $2,820.00 | Detail |
| 20/12/2024 to 26/12/2024 | 6 nights | Raja Ampat | Sorong - Sorong | From $2,820.00 | Detail |
| 29/12/2024 to 04/01/2025 | 6 nights | Raja Ampat | Sorong - Sorong | From $2,820.00 | Detail |
Prices & conditions
| Destination | Duration | Cabin | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Komodo | 5 nights | Standard | From $2,350.00 |
| Komodo | 5 nights | Deluxe | From $2,475.00 |
| Komodo | 5 nights | Master | From $4,700.00 |
| Raja Ampat | 6 nights | Standard | From $2,820.00 |
| Raja Ampat | 6 nights | Deluxe | From $2,970.00 |
| Raja Ampat | 6 nights | Master | From $5,640.00 |
| Raja Ampat | 9 nights | Standard | From $4,230.00 |
| Raja Ampat | 9 nights | Deluxe | From $4,455.00 |
| Raja Ampat | 9 nights | Master | From $8,460.00 |
| Banda Sea | 6 nights | Standard | From $2,820.00 |
| Banda Sea | 6 nights | Deluxe | From $2,970.00 |
| Banda Sea | 6 nights | Master | From $5,640.00 |
| Banda Sea | 7 nights | Standard | From $3,290.00 |
| Banda Sea | 7 nights | Deluxe | From $3,465.00 |
| Banda Sea | 7 nights | Master | From $6,580.00 |
| Banda Sea | 10 nights | Standard | From $4,700.00 |
| Banda Sea | 10 nights | Deluxe | From $4,950.00 |
| Banda Sea | 10 nights | Master | From $9,400.00 |
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
- Use of Kayaks or/and SUPs
- Land excursions and activities throughout the trip
- Boat accident insurance
- Cabin towels and complimentary toiletries
- Cabin cleaning service
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)
- Nitrox fills
- Dive courses on board
- Dive insurance (mandatory requirement)
- Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
- Wi-Fi
- Crew gratuity
Useful information
Alor
Best time for diving
April to November, as this is when both visibility and weather are at their best, while September is the best time to spot Mola Mola. The currents usually are strongest in October and November, making conditions more challenging. From late December until early March, Alor is usually considered as off-season due to the rainy season.
About temperatures
Air : winter months are between 26°C - 29°C, summer months are between 27°C - 32°C.
Sea : between 25°C - 27°C from March to April & October to November, between 27°C - 30°C from May to September. Thermoclines are common year round, the water can drop at times to 22°C or lower.
Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend a 5 mm full wetsuit. If you get cold easily, we recommend also bring gloves and a hood, or even a 7 mm full wetsuit.
Diver requirement
Suitable for all levels of diver from beginners to experienced. However, in the open blue, the current can be strong at times, so divers should to be comfortable with their skills. While the muck dive sites only have little current. You can find out more informations about diving in Alor here : Alor
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Alor liveaboard trips are usually from Maumere to Maumere, guests need to fly to Maumere airport (MOF).
However, some liveaboards often combine Alor with other destinations like Komodo, Banda Sea, Raja Ampat. Then you might only need to arrive or depart from Maumere.
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.
Komodo
Best time for diving
May to October, the weather in Komodo is at its best between April and November. During the wet season (December to March) the weather can get a bit windy, with heavy quick rains, sometimes can cause rough surface conditions. However, liveaboards run trips here year-round.
The visibility in the North is excellent at 30 meters or even more, while it ranges between 10-15 meters in the South.
Some dive sites can have significant currents, whirlpools and see downdrafts. Sea conditions might change very quickly. Other dive sites are more quiet and rich in macro, especially in the South.
About temperatures
Air : range between 23°C - 32°C year-round.
Sea : in the North Komodo it can be around 26°C -27°C, while it gets colder towards the south where it can drop down to 22 ° C.
Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend a 5 mm full wetsuit throughout the year for Komodo area.
Diver requirement
Intermediate to Advanced level, A good level in diving and some experience in drift diving are recommended to participate to Komodo cruise.
You can find out more informations about diving in Komodo here : Komodo
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Most of the embarkation / disembarkation will be in Labuan Bajo (LBJ).
Unless the trip is from Bali - Komodo, then the embarkation can be in Bali (DPS).
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.
Banda Sea
Best time for diving
October to November & March to April, the seas are generally calmer during these months and in October to November there is higher chance to see hammerhead sharks. From May to August the surface conditions can get quite rough.
The visibility is generally good to excellent in Banda Sea areas, except in Ambon bay and in other bays for critter dives. Currents are low to moderate on most of the sites, however, strong currents may occur at times.
About temperatures
Air : range between 25°C - 31°C year-round.
Sea : range between 26°C - 29°C year-round.
Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend a 3 - 5 mm full wetsuit throughout the year.
Diver requirement
Most dive sites are suitable for all levels with a few exceptions that are suitable only for advanced divers. You can find out more informations about diving in Banda Sea here : Banda Sea
Embarkation / Disembarkation
The embarkation / disembarkation can be in Ambon (AMQ), Kaimana (KNG), Maumere (MOF), Sorong (SOQ), Waisai (RJM), Saumalaki (SXK) etc. As some of the Banda Sea trip will combine with other destinations like Raja Ampat, Halmahera, Triton Bay. So please ask our agent to know the exact port for your trip.
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.
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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