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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 located 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 sunbathe 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. The boat is 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 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

This liveaboard is unavailable for individual bookings or available only for charters.You can explore other liveaboards in Indonesia  or send us a Group Request

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
Dive guides to divers ratio
1:4
Groups or charters
Yes
Gear rental
Surcharge
Wi-Fi
Surcharge
Nitrox
Surcharge
Fleet/Managing company
Dive Damai
Length and width
40 m / 8 m
Capacity
14
Tenders
2 custom-designed high-speed tender boats
Material
Ironwood
Languages crew speak
English
Power plugs onboard
International sockets / European two-pin, 110V and 220V
Engines
1 × Mitsubishi 10M20-OA, 520 hp
Generator
2 × Yanmar 4TNV98T silent generators, 50 kVA (2016), plus 1 × Yanmar 4TNV84T open generator, 25 kVA (2017)
Tech diving friendly
No
Handicapped Friendly
No
Compressors
1 Poseidon PE200 dive compressor and 1 Alkin C.A.T.230 dive compressor
Nitrox Membrane
1 Renner system
Freshwater maker
Fresh water tank – 1 unit 10.000 ltr capacity

Dive Facilities

  • Compressors
  • Tenders for Diving
  • Dive Deck

Boat navigation & safety

Full safety

Food & Drinks

  • Dietary Restrictions
  • Alcoholic Beverages and Spirits

Onboard Facilities

  • Laundry Service
  • Massage
  • Sun Deck
  • Child Friendly
  • Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
  • SPA
  • Land Excursions

Photographer Facilities

  • Camera & Photography Station
  • Charging Stations

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Damai I Liveaboard Itineraries

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

  • Raja Ampat marine park fees - 180 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
  • 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

Gorontalo / Manado (11 nights) (Gorontalo-Manado)

11 nights nights, ±28 dives,
Gorontalo
Jalaluddin Airport (GTO)
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

  • Gorontalo marine park fees - 50 USD per person (to be paid on board)
  • Manado marine park fees - 50 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
  • 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 2-11:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned 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

Dive sites you’ll see

Raja Ampat - Triton Bay (10 nights) (Port of Sorong-Kaimana)

10 nights nights, ±22 dives,
Port of Sorong
Domine Eduard Osok Airport (SOQ)
Kaimana
Kaimana Utarom Airport (KNG)
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

  • Raja Ampat marine park fees - 180 USD per person (to be paid on board)
  • Triton Bay marine park fees - 135 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
  • Crew gratuities
  • Travel insurance

Program

Schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays
Excellent wide-angle photo opportunities
Mobula rays hunting
Interesting locations for macro sites

Day 1:
Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.

Day 2:
Kri & 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.
No. of Dives: 4.

Day 3:
Manta Sandy & 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.
No. of Dives: 4.

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 tender boats 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.
Long Crossing to Farondi.
No. of Dives: 2.

Day 5:
Farondi.
Early morning visit to the cave of Tamulol a large cave where we can snorkel. Easy for all ages. Nearby, we will attempt to look into the jelly fish lake, as this is very dependable on the village mood.
Afternoon diving in 3 sisters, a dive where sift corals are at its best, and we have chanced to see mobula rays hunting. sunset lagoon tour on the tender boats.
No. of Dives: 2 with cave visit / 4 without cave visit.

Day 6:
Boo & 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.
On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!
No. of Dives: 4.

Day 7:
Pulau Pisang.
A chain of islands between Raja Ampat and Triton Bay has some excellent diving The dive site called the Dome is a seamount in the channel with good fish action; bannerfish, snappers and batfish as well as a chance to hunt for macro. Their hammerhead-shaped reef is called T-Bone and the site is covered in large colourful sponges in yellow and purple and blue. Keep your eyes open for passing sharks and eagle rays.
Long Crossing to Momon.
No. of Dives: 2.

Day 8:
Momon.
On the way south we will stop at Momon. There is an excellent macro dive at Tanjung Wap with decorated dartfish in shallow water, the potential for pygmy seahorses and a large swim through to explore. The seamount west of Momon has accelerating diving, schooling fish and chances for mantas.
Also, a visit to the waterfall at Momon. We can take the tender boats into the shore where the waterfalls directly into the sea. A perfect opportunity for a photo and you can even swim behind the falls.
Long Crossing to Triton Bay.
No. of Dives: 2.

Day 9-10:
Triton Bay.
The unique location of Triton Bay with its current rich straits has many beautiful dive sites located around the islands of Aiduma and Namatote. Triton Bay is famous for its kaleidescope of colours along the reef at Signature sites like Little Komodo.
There is the opportunity to see endemic species like the Flasher Wrasse at Flasher Beach or Leopard Anemone Shrimp at Namatote Wall or a Thin Line Wobbegong hiding under a table coral. Also recently discovered in the area are some interesting locations for macro sites with exciting and unusual nudibranchs. There may be a chance to encounter whale sharks while in the area.
Enjoy a great swim through under the island at another soft coral covered Signature Site, Boo's Rainbow. For schooling fish action and more colourful reefs check out Larry's Dive Heaven on the outside of Aiduma island.
No. of Dives: Unlimited dive and Snorkelling at the Bagan + 1 Night Dive (if there's Whale Shark) or else 4 dives/day (day 9 & 10) and 2 dives (day 11)

Day 11:
Check-out from the yacht.


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