Indonesia

Master Liveaboards Announces New Boat for Indonesia

Indo Master is a traditional phinisi style liveaboard, built from teak and ironwood. Launched in 2022, she is the very definition of a modern Indonesian phinisi.

Indo Master offers 9 cabins for a maximum of 18 guests. Below decks there are 4 traditional Classic cabins, with a choice of twin or double layouts. There is also a larger Premium cabin with two double beds for those who prefer to spread out on their trips.

Ricard Buxo: Pioneer of Diving in Raja Ampat

Undeniably one of the world’s extraordinary destinations, Raja Ampat blends breath-taking, above-water landscapes with a staggering abundance of marine biodiversity, into a remarkable combination that draws divers from all corners of the globe. Don Silcock writes about one of the pioneers of diving in this region, Ricard Buxo.

Indonesia's East Nusa Tenggara: Liveaboard Safari to Komodo, Flores & Alor

Bobtail squid at Beangabang, Alor, Indonesia
Bobtail squid at Beangabang, Alor, Indonesia. Photo by Scott Bennett.

Located in the eastern half of Indonesia is the island chain of Nusa Tenggara where unique marine life can be found on brilliantly colourful reefs as well as sites with volcanic sands, great for muck diving and macro photography. Scott Bennett takes us on a liveaboard adventure to three of the islands: Alor, Flores and Komodo.

The Arenui announces Special Deals on Last Cabin for Alor and Forgotten Islands

The Arenui has one cabin remaining on cruises to Alor and the Forgotten Islands available at a special deal for anyone able to travel at the last minute.

July 8 - 16 to Alor-Forgotten Islands, for more information visit www.thearenui.com/diving/alor-flores/ and www.thearenui.com/diving/forgotten-islands/

Last Minute Cabins to Komodo and Alor on the Arenui

The Arenui has limited availability on their schedule until 2026-2027. So if you were thinking of diving Komodo or Alor, now is the time to take advantage of these last minute openings.

May 4-15, 2023: There is a single space in a male shared cabin available on this 11 night cruise through Alor and Komodo, beginning in Maumere and ending in Labuanbajo.

June 16-24, 2023: There are two single beds, one male and one female, available on this 8 night cruise through Komodo and Sumbawa, beginning in Bali and ending in Labuanbajo.

Join Peter Hughes in Alor and the Banda Sea onboard Emperor Harmoni

When it comes to legendary figures in the diving world, Peter Hughes sits right at the top of the list.

The chance to share time with him – both above and below water – is one not to be missed and that makes Emperor Divers’ trip from Maumere to Ambon on board Emperor Harmoni in October a very special opportunity.

Peter has chosen to be a member of the party on the 12-night adventure when he will be happy to share his knowledge and stories from 65-plus years of diving.

Visit the Forgotten Islands, Alor and Komodo on the Arenui in April & May, 2023

April 11-19, 2023: There is one remaining cabin available for this 8 night cruise through the Forgotten Island, beginning and ending in Saumlaki.

April 21-May 2, 2023: There is one remaining cabin available for this 11 night cruise through the Forgotten Islands and Alor, beginning in Saumlaki and ending in Maumere.

May 4-15, 2023: There is one remaining cabin and a single female shared cabin available on this 11 night cruise through Alor and Komodo, beginning in Maumere and ending in Labuanbajo.