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Damai I Liveaboard, Indonesia

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Damai I is one of the Damai Fleet boats, that combines experience and traditional atmosphere of Indonesian boat.

Boat Interior

Damai I has 7 cabins on board. Lower deck cabins equipped with double bed or with transforming bed, that can serve for a double occupancy and twin occupancy as well. There is also a large stateroom placed on the main deck, that has also transforming beds. And the biggest cabin is placed on upper deck. It has big portholes to enjoy the view and a direct access to the sun deck. Boats salon is comfortable to relax in between dives or to discuss diving day in the evening. Also, there are two sun decks where you can get some tan and enjoy marvelous marine scenarios. Damai has a message area what, makes safari with this boat perfect for relaxing.

Dive Deck

Dive deck of Damai I is situated on the main deck. Divers can use a camera table here with several charging points to maintain equipment after dives.

Safety

Safety is one the main priorities of Damai I crew. Boat equipped with first aid kit, life vests, and emergency rafts.

Best fo Photographers

Damai I equipped with special facilities for photographers. She has a camera room with a table, where you can comfortably work with your photo equipment. Also, Damai I run world's most colorful routes. Pictures that would be done during the trip will be picturesque. You can also, capture some unique marine creatures like big mantas and whale sharks.

Itinerary

Damai I offers a variety of Indonesian itineraries. This boat visits famous Komodo, Forgotten Islands, dive sites of Raja Ampat and Alor. Raja Ampat dive sites are represented by the biggest amount of marine creatures in the world. There is numerous of coral species and mollusks here. Plus you can dive with mantas and turtles, get a chance to see Damai I wobbegongs, one of the rarest sharks in the world. For Komodo Islands sunfish, mantas, dolphins, eagle rays and pygmy seahorses are common visitors. Of course, these Islands are well known for Komodo dragons, large lizards that live here.

When to Go

Diving in Indonesia is possible all year round. There is the best time to visit each destination that Damai I offers. For Komodo, it’s April, Raja Ampat best season is during the months of October until the end of April. Chances of meeting famous Indonesian fish Mola Mola is better in August. Mantas are regularly seen from October until April.

So if you want to experience true relaxation and visit breathtaking dive spots of Indonesia, Damai I is a perfect choice for you. Safari on this boat can make your vacation memorable

Cabins

Double Cabin (#4)
Lower Deck

Double Cabin (#4)

2 Guests
Twin/Double Cabin (#3)
Lower Deck

Twin/Double Cabin (#3)

2 Guests
Double Cabin (#1)
Lower Deck

Double Cabin (#1)

2 Guests
Double Cabin (# 2)
Lower Deck

Double Cabin (# 2)

2 Guests
Twin/Double Cabin (#7)
Upper deck

Twin/Double Cabin (#7)

2 Guests
Master Cabin (#5)
Lower Deck

Master Cabin (#5)

2 Guests
Master Cabin (#6)
Main Deck

Master Cabin (#6)

2 Guests
Boat plan
Boat deck plan

Boat Specification

Year built / Renovation
2009 / 2017
Number of cabins
7
Groups or charters
Yes
Gear rental
Surcharge
Wi-Fi
No
Nitrox
Surcharge
Fleet/Managing company
Dive Damai
Length and width
40 m / 8 m
Capacity
14
Tenders
2x Yamaha 40hp
Material
Ironwood
Languages crew speak
English
Power plugs onboard
wo-pin round Indonesian and also also international sockets
Engines
Mitsubishi 10M20-OA - 520 Hp serial No.1020-011435
Generator
Mitsubishi M4D33P Generator 40 Kva serial, Mitsubishi M4 D30-OA Generator 25 Kva, Mitsubishi M4D33P Generator 40 Kva
Tech diving friendly
No
Handicapped Friendly
No
Compressors
1 unit Dive Compressor Poseidon PE200, 1 unit Dive Compressor C.A.T.230, 1 unit Nitrox type Coltri
Freshwater maker
Fresh water tank – 1 unit 10.000 ltr capacity

Dive Facilities

  • Warm Water Showers
  • Compressors
  • Rinse Hosts
  • Tenders for Diving
  • Dive Deck
  • DIN Adaptors
  • Personal Storage Space

Boat navigation & safety

Full safety

Food & Drinks

  • Western Food
  • Local Food
  • Dietary Restrictions
  • Buffet Style
  • Alcoholic Beverages and Spirits
  • Plate Service
  • Hot & Cold Soft Drinks
  • Snacks All Day

Onboard Facilities

  • Massage
  • Audio & Video Entertainment
  • Air Conditioned Saloon
  • Sun Deck
  • Sun Loungers
  • Open Air Saloon
  • Indoor Saloon
  • Bar
  • Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
  • SPA
  • Land Excursions

Photographer Facilities

  • Camera & Photography Station
  • Separate Rinsing Tanks for U/W Camera
  • Camera Table
  • Special Storage for U/W Camera
  • Charging Stations

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Damai I Liveaboard Itineraries

Manado (7 nights) (Manado-Manado)

7 nights nights, ±22 dives,
Manado
Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
Manado
Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
Requirements: Minimum 30 dives, AOWD or equivalent

Included

  • Accommodation
  • Diving (unlimited daytime diving and night dives schedule permitting; 2 dives on the last day)
  • Full board
  • Soft drinks, beer, glass of wine per person each night
  • 12 l tanks and weights
  • Dive guide
  • Scheduled group transfer airport/hotel - boat - airport/hotel within a distance of 15km from the port
  • Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)

Obligatory surcharges

  • National marine park fees - 30-170 USD per person (to be paid on board)
  • Port fees - 25-40 USD per person per night (to be paid on board)
  • Fuel surcharge (if applicable)

Extra cost

  • International and domestic flights
  • Visa
  • Private transfer
  • Equipment rental
  • 15 l tanks rental
  • Nitrox
  • Diving courses
  • Spa treatments
  • Laundry service
  • Admission charge if arrive in Bali
  • Crew gratuities
  • Travel insurance

Program

Beautiful sea fans, caves, sponges
Amazing macro critters
Slopes, mini walls, pinnacles and corals in very good condition
Big schools of yellow snappers, fusiliers, sweetlips

Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.

Day 2-6:
Departing & check dive. Safari according the planning route.

Day 7:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.

Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons

Dive sites you’ll see

Raja Ampat, Halmahera, Gorontalo (12 nights) (Port of Sorong-Gorontalo)

12 nights nights, ±34 dives,
Port of Sorong
Domine Eduard Osok Airport (SOQ)
Gorontalo
Jalaluddin Airport (GTO)
Requirements: Minimum 38 dives, AOWD or equivalent

Included

  • Accommodation
  • Diving (unlimited daytime diving and night dives schedule permitting; 2 dives on the last day)
  • Full board
  • Soft drinks, beer, glass of wine per person each night
  • 12 l tanks and weights
  • Dive guide
  • Scheduled group transfer airport/hotel - boat - airport/hotel within a distance of 15km from the port
  • Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)

Obligatory surcharges

  • National marine park fees - 30-170 USD per person (to be paid on board)
  • Port fees - 25-40 USD per person per night (to be paid on board)
  • Fuel surcharge (if applicable)

Extra cost

  • International and domestic flights
  • Visa
  • Private transfer
  • Equipment rental
  • 15 l tanks rental
  • Nitrox
  • Diving courses
  • Spa treatments
  • Laundry service
  • Admission charge if arrive in Bali
  • Crew gratuities
  • Travel insurance

Program

Great hard corals in the shallows and sloping reefs with giant barrel sponges
Schooling of barracuda and jacks
Mantas, turtles, reef sharks
Undersea mountains with vibrant reefs

Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.

Day 2-12:
Departing & check dive. Safari according the planning route.

Day 13:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.

Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons

Halmahera - Raja Ampat (10 nights) (Ternate-Port of Sorong)

10 nights nights, ±31 dives,
Ternate
Sultan Babullah Airport (TTE)
Port of Sorong
Domine Eduard Osok Airport (SOQ)
Requirements: Minimum 30 dives, AOWD or equivalent

Included

  • Accommodation
  • Diving (unlimited daytime diving and night dives schedule permitting; 2 dives on the last day)
  • Full board
  • Soft drinks, beer, glass of wine per person each night
  • 12 l tanks and weights
  • Dive guide
  • Scheduled group transfer airport/hotel - boat - airport/hotel within a distance of 15km from the port
  • Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)

Obligatory surcharges

  • National marine park fees - 30-170 USD per person (to be paid on board)
  • Port fees - 25-40 USD per person per night (to be paid on board)
  • Fuel surcharge (if applicable)

Extra cost

  • International and domestic flights
  • Visa
  • Private transfer
  • Equipment rental
  • 15 l tanks rental
  • Nitrox
  • Diving courses
  • Spa treatments
  • Laundry service
  • Admission charge if arrive in Bali
  • Crew gratuities
  • Travel insurance

Program

Great hard corals in the shallows and sloping reefs with giant barrel sponges
Large schools of fusiliers, tunas, wahoos and other pelagic
Mantas, turtles, reef sharks
Chance to spot hammerheads

Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.

Day 2-10:
Departing & check dive. Safari according the planning route.

Day 11:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.

Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons

Komodo (7 nights) (Maumere-Labuan Bajo)

7 nights nights, ±12 dives,
Maumere
Frans Xavier Seda Airport (MOFa)
12:00
Labuan Bajo
Komodo Airport (LBJ)
08:00
Requirements: Minimum 30 dives, AOWD or equivalent

Included

  • Accommodation
  • Diving (unlimited daytime diving and night dives schedule permitting; 2 dives on the last day)
  • Full board
  • Soft drinks, beer, glass of wine per person each night
  • 12 l tanks and weights
  • Dive guide
  • Scheduled group transfer airport/hotel - boat - airport/hotel within a distance of 15km from the port
  • Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)

Obligatory surcharges

  • National marine park fees - 30-170 USD per person (to be paid on board)
  • Port fees - 25-40 USD per person per night (to be paid on board)
  • Fuel surcharge (if applicable)

Extra cost

  • International and domestic flights
  • Visa
  • Private transfer
  • Equipment rental
  • 15 l tanks rental
  • Nitrox
  • Diving courses
  • Spa treatments
  • Laundry service
  • Admission charge if arrive in Bali
  • Crew gratuities
  • Travel insurance

Program

Schools of fish, sharks, cuttlefish, octopus, and turtles
Stunning underwater landscapes: overhangs, caves and crevices
Vibrant coral reefs
A mix of macro critters and dramatic seascapes in these nutrient-rich waters
Day 1:
Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.

Days 2-7:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.

Day 8: Check-out from yacht, transfer to airport.

Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons

Halmahera - Raja Ampat (11 nights) (Ternate-Port of Sorong)

11 nights nights, ±34 dives,
Ternate
Sultan Babullah Airport (TTE)
Port of Sorong
Domine Eduard Osok Airport (SOQ)
Requirements: Minimum 30 dives, AOWD or equivalent

Included

  • Accommodation
  • Diving (unlimited daytime diving and night dives schedule permitting; 2 dives on the last day)
  • Full board
  • Soft drinks, beer, glass of wine per person each night
  • 12 l tanks and weights
  • Dive guide
  • Scheduled group transfer airport/hotel - boat - airport/hotel within a distance of 15km from the port
  • Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)

Obligatory surcharges

  • National marine park fees - 30-170 USD per person (to be paid on board)
  • Port fees - 25-40 USD per person per night (to be paid on board)
  • Fuel surcharge (if applicable)

Extra cost

  • International and domestic flights
  • Visa
  • Private transfer
  • Equipment rental
  • 15 l tanks rental
  • Nitrox
  • Diving courses
  • Spa treatments
  • Laundry service
  • Admission charge if arrive in Bali
  • Crew gratuities
  • Travel insurance

Program

Great hard corals in the shallows and sloping reefs with giant barrel sponges
Large schools of fusiliers, tunas, wahoos and other pelagic
Mantas, turtles, reef sharks
Chance to spot hammerheads

Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.

Day 2-11:
Departing & check dive. Safari according the planning route.

Day 12:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.

Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons

Gorontalo (8 nights) (Gorontalo-Gorontalo)

8 nights nights, ±24 dives,
Gorontalo
Jalaluddin Airport (GTO)
Gorontalo
Jalaluddin Airport (GTO)
Requirements: Minimum 30 dives, AOWD or equivalent

Included

  • Accommodation
  • Diving (unlimited daytime diving and night dives schedule permitting; 2 dives on the last day)
  • Full board
  • Soft drinks, beer, glass of wine per person each night
  • 12 l tanks and weights
  • Dive guide
  • Scheduled group transfer airport/hotel - boat - airport/hotel within a distance of 15km from the port
  • Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)

Obligatory surcharges

  • National marine park fees - 30-170 USD per person (to be paid on board)
  • Port fees - 25-40 USD per person per night (to be paid on board)
  • Fuel surcharge (if applicable)

Extra cost

  • International and domestic flights
  • Visa
  • Private transfer
  • Equipment rental
  • 15 l tanks rental
  • Nitrox
  • Diving courses
  • Spa treatments
  • Laundry service
  • Admission charge if arrive in Bali
  • Crew gratuities
  • Travel insurance

Program

Great hard corals in the shallows and sloping reefs with giant barrel sponges
Schooling of barracuda and jacks
Mantas, turtles, reef sharks
Chance to visit the Red Jellyfish Lake

Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.

Day 2-8:
Departing & check dive. Safari according the planning route.

Day 9:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.

Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons

Dive sites you’ll see

Halmahera (9 nights) (Ternate-Ternate)

9 nights nights, ±25 dives,
Ternate
Sultan Babullah Airport (TTE)
Ternate
Sultan Babullah Airport (TTE)
Requirements: Minimum 30 dives, AOWD or equivalent

Included

  • Accommodation
  • Diving (unlimited daytime diving and night dives schedule permitting; 2 dives on the last day)
  • Full board
  • Soft drinks, beer, glass of wine per person each night
  • 12 l tanks and weights
  • Dive guide
  • Scheduled group transfer airport/hotel - boat - airport/hotel within a distance of 15km from the port
  • Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)

Obligatory surcharges

  • National marine park fees - 30-170 USD per person (to be paid on board)
  • Port fees - 25-40 USD per person per night (to be paid on board)
  • Fuel surcharge (if applicable)

Extra cost

  • International and domestic flights
  • Visa
  • Private transfer
  • Equipment rental
  • 15 l tanks rental
  • Nitrox
  • Diving courses
  • Spa treatments
  • Laundry service
  • Admission charge if arrive in Bali
  • Crew gratuities
  • Travel insurance

Program

The highest marine biodiversity in the world
Dolphins, different sharks, eagle rays, and graceful manta rays
Vibrant coral gardens hiding countless macro
Turtles, schools of barracuda and batfish, bumphead parrotfish

Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.

Day 2-9:
Departing & check dive. Safari according the planning route.

Day 10:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.

Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons

Raja Ampat (7 nights) (Port of Sorong-Port of Sorong)

7 nights nights, ±18 dives,
Port of Sorong
Domine Eduard Osok Airport (SOQ)
12:00
Port of Sorong
Domine Eduard Osok Airport (SOQ)
08:00
Requirements: Minimum 30 dives, AOWD or equivalent

Included

  • Accommodation
  • Diving (unlimited daytime diving and night dives schedule permitting; 2 dives on the last day)
  • Full board
  • Soft drinks, beer, glass of wine per person each night
  • 12 l tanks and weights
  • Dive guide
  • Scheduled group transfer airport/hotel - boat - airport/hotel within a distance of 15km from the port
  • Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)

Obligatory surcharges

  • National marine park fees - 30-170 USD per person (to be paid on board)
  • Port fees - 25-40 USD per person per night (to be paid on board)
  • Fuel surcharge (if applicable)

Extra cost

  • International and domestic flights
  • Visa
  • Private transfer
  • Equipment rental
  • 15 l tanks rental
  • Nitrox
  • Diving courses
  • Spa treatments
  • Laundry service
  • Admission charge if arrive in Bali
  • Crew gratuities
  • Travel insurance

Program

Day 1:
Arrival into Sorong. Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west into Raja Ampat for a check out dive.
Day 2:
Kri and Dampier Straits. At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.
Day 3:
Manta Sandy and Arborek. Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance. Arborek Jetty is part of a sloping reef in front of the island. There are schools of fish, excellent wide angle photo opportunities under the jetty itself and good critter hunting to be done along the slopes. In the late afternoon take a stroll around the village on the island and maybe join in one of their soccer matches or buy a locally made sunhat.
Day 4:
Penemu. The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colourful slope watching the seascape go by. The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tenderboats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic there is a short walk to the top of one the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.
Day 5:
Wayilbatan. The Four Kings is a series of colourful underwater pinnacles which make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.
Day 6: 
Boo and Fiabacet This amazing string of small islands has a colourful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.
Day 7:
Farondi. For your last morning’s diving we will go to Farondi and visit the underwater caves at Goa Farondi and the current rich pinnacles at the colourful Three Sisters which is teeming with life.
Day 8:
Departure. Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world

Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
Dive sites you’ll see