Description
Boat
Indo Aggressor is a 29.8 metres long and 8 meters wide finely crafted twin-masted wooden sailing yacht built in the Pinisi style, approved by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in accordance with SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea). Built and powered for comfort, safety and stability, it cruises at 8 knots and has 220-volt power onboard.
Indo Aggressor features a roomy, air-conditioned salon and dining area, sun deck complete with lounge and deck chairs. There is a a TV with media player, and stereo in the main salon, with lots of lounge table and seating area. The outdoor dining area at the front is offering a great view on the landscape.
The chefs onboard will offer guests delicious meals in various styles of American feasts, barbecues and local cuisine. From appetizer to dessert all with love. If you have any special dietary requirements, please let our booking agents know, so we can put an note for you.
Indo Aggressor's beverages selection includes fruit juices, soft drinks, iced water, iced tea, coffee, and a limited selection of local beer and wine, which are complimentary. Due to the high duty charged on liquor, we suggest you bring your special brand from the last duty free point. Once you consume alcohol, you become a snorkeler until the next day.
The dive deck is just next to the dining area, and well equipped with personal dive lockers, a camera table with low pressure air hose, two rinse tanks are conveniently located for washing dive equipment and cameras. The aft of the dive deck is equipped with two ladders exit, fin storage and two fresh water showers.
Cabin
Indo Aggressor has 8 guest staterooms, it can accommodate up to 16 guests per trip:
All cabins have ensuite bathroom with hair dryer, independent AC Units, mirrored Wardrobe.
2 Master Staterooms (# 1, 8):
Located on the upper deck, each cabin comes with two singles beds (35”x78”) or one Asian King bed(70” x 78”), with seaview windows.
2 Deluxe Staterooms (#2, 3):
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with a queen size bed (71 x 79 inches), Portholes.
4 Twin Staterooms (# 4, 5, 6, 7):
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with two twin bunk beds (35 x 79 inches), Portholes.
Diving
- 3 dives per day + alternating additional sunset/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：Available with additional cost
- 15L Tanks：Available with additional cost
- 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 ：Not available at the moment
- Laundry Service：Not available at the moment
- Massage Service：Not available at the moment
- Payment on board：By cash (USD) or credit cards.
- Crew Number：18, including 2 dive guides
Itineraries
The Indo Aggressor offers different itineraries to several different areas with each departing from a different island/port. The Indo Aggressor has chosen the best time of year to be in these different areas.
Komodo National Park Itinerary (7 - 10 Nights)
The boat embarks and disembarks in Labuan Bajo. For this itinerary, the whole of Komodo National Park including Banta Island will be covered. Diving activities will primarily be concentrated in Sape Straits (The straits separating Komodo and Rinca Island). Bima Bay and Sangeang Volcano in East Sumbawa will not be covered in this itinerary. There will be hiking in Gili Lawa Darat and also the walk on Rinca Island to see the Komodo Dragons.
Highlights of the itinerary: Manta rays in Makassar Reef & Manta Alley, variety of beautiful soft corals, schooling fishes such as Jacks, fusiliers, Eagle Rays, Napoleon and Bumphead wrasses, Oriental Sweet Lips, black tip sharks, nurse sharks, Oceanic White Tip Sharks, Dolphins, good macro life, The Dragon Walk.
Komodo Deep South (7 - 10 Nights)
The boat embarks and disembarks at Labuan Bajo, Flores and the entire cruise is focused on diving South Komodo National Park where we will cover Padar Island, Langkoi, Horseshoe Bay, South West Flores, Mota Island and the Mola Straits (The channel between Rinca Island and Flores). This is only possible in the 1st quarter of the year during the North West Monsoon). Mota Island and Mola Straits are only available in this itinerary only. There will be the walk on Rinca Island to see the Komodo Dragons.
Highlights of the itinerary: Manta rays and occasional Molas in Langkoi, excellent macro life, schooling fishes such as jacks, bumphead wrasses, excellent soft coral growth, torpedo rays, sea apples in Mota Island, the Dragon Walk.
Bali to Komodo (10 Nights)
The boat embarks from Benoa Harbour in Bali, sailing North-East towards Tulamben, Bali where guests can dive the famous USS Liberty Wreck, Seraya and Drop Off before sailing East covering Moyo and Satonda Island, Bima Bay, Sangeang Volcano, Banta Island and the whole of Komodo National Park. The boat will disembark in Labuan Bajo, Flores. There will be hiking in Gili Lawa Darat and also the walk on Rinca Island to see the Komodo Dragons. On the way from Satonda Island, thousands of fruit bats can be seen in the evening.
Highlights of the itinerary: USS Liberty Wreck, abundance and diverse in soft corals, schooling jacks, oceanic white tip sharks, underwater bubbles from Sangeang Volcano, excellent macro life, octopus, manta rays, eagle rays, occasional Molas in Manta Alley, the Komodo Dragon Walk, fruit bats from Satonda Island.
The Forgotten Islands Itineraries (11 Nights)
All itineraries will start and end at the following locations: Maumere/Saumlaki, Saumlaki/Maumere, Saumlaki/Tual, Tual/Saumlaki. The airports you will fly in and out of are: Maumere Airport (MOF), Tual Airport (LUV), Saumlaki Airport (SXK), Ambon (AMQ)
Day 1: Arrival and boarding Indo Aggressor - Maumere
Day 2: Sizzling Critters & Giant Bats - Lewoleba & Ipet Island
Day 3: Dramatic Walls and Thundering Fireworks - Teluk Waihinga & Komba Volcano
Day 4: Mythical Alor - The Alor Strait
Day 5: A Submarine Wonderland - Wetar
Day 6: Hard Coral Ridges - Romang
Day 7: Along The Circle of Fire - Damar
Day 8: Reefs Of Discovery - The Leti Islands
Day 9: Picture Perfect Atolls - The Sermata Reef Complex
Day 10: More Islands To Explore - Babar
Day 11: The Tanimbar Islands - West Yamdena
Day 12: Disembarkation - Saumlaki
More
| Destinations | Bali and Lombok, Komodo, Banda Sea |
|---|---|
| Facilities | Nitrox support, Sidemount Friendly, Camera Station |
| Languages spoken | English |
Schedules & routes
| Date | Duration | Destination | Departure - Arrival | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29/04/2024 to 10/05/2024 | 11 nights | Banda Sea | Saumlaki - Maumere | From $5,050.00 | Detail |
| 13/05/2024 to 20/05/2024 | 7 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $3,650.00 | Detail |
| 21/05/2024 to 28/05/2024 | 7 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $3,650.00 | Detail |
| 29/05/2024 to 08/06/2024 | 10 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Bali | From $4,850.00 | Detail |
| 20/07/2024 to 30/07/2024 | 10 nights | Komodo | Bali - Labuan Bajo | From $4,850.00 | Detail |
| 01/08/2024 to 08/08/2024 | 7 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $3,650.00 | Detail |
| 09/08/2024 to 16/08/2024 | 7 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $3,650.00 | Detail |
| 17/08/2024 to 24/08/2024 | 7 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $3,650.00 | Detail |
| 25/08/2024 to 01/09/2024 | 7 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $3,650.00 | Detail |
| 03/09/2024 to 10/09/2024 | 7 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $3,650.00 | Detail |
| 11/09/2024 to 18/09/2024 | 7 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $3,650.00 | Detail |
| 19/09/2024 to 26/09/2024 | 7 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $3,650.00 | Detail |
| 27/09/2024 to 04/10/2024 | 7 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $3,650.00 | Detail |
| 07/10/2024 to 18/10/2024 | 11 nights | Banda Sea | Maumere - Saumlaki | From $5,050.00 | Detail |
| 20/10/2024 to 31/10/2024 | 11 nights | Banda Sea | Saumlaki - Maumere | From $5,050.00 | Detail |
| 02/11/2024 to 13/11/2024 | 11 nights | Banda Sea | Maumere - Saumlaki | From $5,050.00 | Detail |
| 15/11/2024 to 26/11/2024 | 11 nights | Banda Sea | Saumlaki - Maumere | From $5,050.00 | Detail |
| 29/11/2024 to 06/12/2024 | 7 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $3,650.00 | Detail |
| 07/12/2024 to 14/12/2024 | 7 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $3,650.00 | Detail |
| 15/12/2024 to 22/12/2024 | 7 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $3,650.00 | Detail |
| 23/12/2024 to 30/12/2024 | 7 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $3,650.00 | Detail |
| 31/12/2024 to 07/01/2025 | 7 nights | Komodo | Labuan Bajo - Labuan Bajo | From $3,650.00 | Detail |
Prices & conditions
| Destination | Duration | Cabin | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Komodo | 7 nights | Twin | From $3,650.00 |
| Komodo | 7 nights | Deluxe | From $3,750.00 |
| Komodo | 7 nights | Master | From $4,050.00 |
| Komodo | 10 nights | Twin | From $4,850.00 |
| Komodo | 10 nights | Deluxe | From $4,950.00 |
| Komodo | 10 nights | Master | From $5,250.00 |
| Banda Sea | 11 nights | Twin | From $5,050.00 |
| Banda Sea | 11 nights | Deluxe | From $5,150.00 |
| Banda Sea | 11 nights | Master | From $5,450.00 |
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)
- Alcoholic beverage
- Soft drinks
- Diving activity (incl. tanks, weights, weight belts)
- Dive guide service
- 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
- Dinner ashore the night before disembarkation
- Dive equipment rentals
- Larger tank (15 L)
- Nitrox fills
- Dive insurance (mandatory requirement)
- Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
- Crew gratuity
Useful information
Bali and Lombok
Best time for diving
May to October is usually considered to be the best time. The best season for seeing the Mola Mola is from August to October.
Diving can be a little bit tricky as divers will be expecting sudden unpredictable current which sometimes can be very strong.
About temperatures
Air : year round temperatures average 29°C - 32°C, May is usually the hottest month in Bali with an average temperature of 29°C, the coldest is January average at 26°C.
Sea : vary from location to location, around Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Penida is generally 25°C - 26°C (except during mola mola season - it can drop to 19°C - 21°C), while the north coast are balmy 27°C - 30°C year round.
Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend a 3 - 5 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. You can find out more informations about diving in Bali and Lombok here : Bali and Lombok
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Liveaboards visit Bali and Lombok area usually will combine with Komodo National park.
So the embarkation and disembarkation can be both in Bali (Ngurah Rai International Airport - DPS), or from Bali to Labuan Bajo (Komodo International Airport - LBJ) or reverse.
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. However, the use of drones is only allowed at certain areas around Komodo National Park and requires a permit which must be obtained in advance of the commencement of your visit.
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.
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