Emperor Raja Laut Liveaboard, Indonesia
5.0Excellent2 verified reviewsThe Emperor Raja Laut liveaboard is a schooner of 100 feet that will surprise you with its cruise in Indonesian waters. Built on the model of the traditional 19th-century Baltic trader, this elegant vessel brings classic craftsmanship together with modern comfort. The teak deck is spacious and offers enough room for sunbathing or relaxing in the shade to enjoy stunning landscapes around Komodo, Raja Ampat, and the Banda Islands.
It comfortably caters to 12 guests and has six air-conditioned cabins with en-suite bathrooms, hot showers, and electric toilets. The cabins are made of rich timber, hence offering a cozy and welcoming feel, while headroom is liberal, ranging from 2.05 to 2.15 meters. Three cabins have queen-sized beds, while another three have bunk beds; hence, couples or small groups will find this plethora of options very convenient.
Above, the social areas of the vessel include a large main saloon that boasts comfortable U-shaped seating, a 32" flat-screen TV, and an internet access point. Outside, guests can enjoy al fresco dining on the teak deck under a large awning, with food prepared by the onboard chef to ensure a very relaxed and pleasant dining experience with views out to the open sea.
This liveaboard is equipped with all diving equipment, making it possible to take guests on a journey to the most colored underwater landscapes in Indonesia. Komodo and Raja Ampat dive sites promise a variety of marine life, from colored coral reefs to rare species. Accordingly, those guests who do not want to be limited by diving only can enjoy such options as kayaking, water-skiing, snorkeling, and fishing aboard this vessel, thus having plenty of options for both relaxation and fun.
Guests could also enjoy beach barbecues, cultural visits, and trekking through the islands for some scenic beauty of Indonesia. Be it exploring the rich marine life of the region or the tranquility on the yacht, this is a bar that provides a very special vacation
Cabins
Twin Cabin
Twin Cabin
Twin Cabin
Size:12 m2
Deck:Lower Deck
Bedding:Twin Beds (Bunk-Style)
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:3 Cabins
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Lockable Storage
- Towels
- Toiletries
Lower deck twin cabins are approx. 12sqm with port holes two single bunk-style beds, individually controlled air con, fan and mini-safe. Ensuite bathroom with shower, 2 cabin towels and one sun deck towel per guest. Hairdryers available, on request
Double Cabin
Double Cabin
Double Cabin
Size:9 m2
Deck:Lower Deck
Bedding:Double Bed
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:3 Cabins
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Lockable Storage
- Towels
- Toiletries
Lower deck double cabins are approx. 9sqm, with port holes, queen-sized double bed, individually controlled aircon, fan and mini-safe. Ensuite bathroom with shower, 2 cabin and 1 deck towel per guest. Hairdryers available, on request
Boat Specification
Dive Facilities
- Warm Water Showers
- Compressors
- Rinse Hosts
- Tenders for Diving
- Tech Diving
- Dive Deck
- DIN Adaptors
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
- Laundry Service
- Audio & Video Entertainment
- Air Conditioned Saloon
- Sun Deck
- Sun Loungers
- Open Air Saloon
- Indoor Saloon
- Bar
- Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Photographer Facilities
- Camera & Photography Station
- Separate Rinsing Tanks for U/W Camera
- Camera Table
- Charging Stations
Frequently Asked Questions About Emperor Raja Laut
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Raja Ampat (9 nights) (Port of Sorong-Port of Sorong)
Included
- Accommodation
- Diving (2-3 dives per day, 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- Snacks, drinking water, tea, coffee
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox
- National park & port fees
- 1 cocktail party on a local island (weather allowing)
- Scheduled group transfer airport - yacht - airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Alcoholic and soft beverages
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-9:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.
Cruises take in sites in the Central and Southern Sections of Raja Ampat. Highlights may include, but are not limited to: Central Section - dives including Gam: Mayhem, Dalam, and Citrus Ridge; Penemu: Barracuda Point, My Reef, Melisa's Garden and Galaxy; Airborek: Airborek Jetty, Manta Sandy, and Lolasi; Cape Kri Area: Cape Kri, Chicken Reef, Sardine Reef, Blue Magic, Mioskon and Mike's Point. Southern Section - dives including Daram Area: Candy Store, Wet Dream, and Two Tree; Wayilbatan Area: Wedding Cake, Barracuda, Dunia Kecil and Four Kings; Fiabacet Area: Boo Windows, Tank Rock, Nudi Rock, Shadow Reef and Whale Rock; Pele Area: Pele Playground, Netted Corner, Kaleidoscope, and Tobblerone.
Cruises also take in sites in the North, Central and Southern Sections of Raja Ampat. With the north section of Raja Ampat included in this extended itinerary additional highlights may include, but are not limited to: Northern Section - dives including Wayag: Pelagic Rock, Figure 8 Rock, and the world-famous Wayag Lagoon; Kawe: Eagle Rock and Black Rock; Aljui Bay: Pearl Farm Jetty, White Wall, Teardrop, and Waterlogged.
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
- Arriving at Sorong Airport Domine Eduard Osok Airport (SOQ). Boat's passenger can choose from two option - a flight or a ferry trip.
- A 30 minute flight with either NAM Air in the morning or WINGS (a subsidiary of LionAir) in the afternoon. Flight cost is not included in the price.
- A 2 hour speedboat ferry from Sorong to Waisai. Clients will be met at Sorong airport and accompanied to the ferry with a member of the Emperor Raja Laut team. Clients will be met at Sorong airport and accompanied to the ferry with a member of the Emperor Raja Laut team. Cost of the ferry trip is not included in the price
Komodo National Park (7 nights) (Labuan Bajo-Labuan Bajo)
Included
- Accommodation
- Diving (2-3 dives per day, 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- Snacks, drinking water, tea, coffee
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox
- National park & port fees
- 1 cocktail party on a local island (weather allowing)
- Scheduled group transfer airport - yacht - airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Alcoholic and soft beverages
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-6:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route. The cruise takes in sites in the Central and Southern Sections of the Komodo Region. Highlights may include, but are not limited to: Central Section - dives including Gili Lawa: Castle Rock, Crystal Rock, Shotgun, Lighthouse Reef and Golden Passage; Tatawa: Tatawa Kecil and Tatawa Besar; Sebayor: Sebayor Kecil and Sebayor Mini Wall; Makasar Reef: Manta feeding and cleaning; Wai Nilu: Critter dive near the entrance to Rinca Drago walk ranger station; Batu Bolong: Rock outcrop in the middle of the Komodo channel. (Dive protected side). Southern Section - dives including Padar: Three Sisters and Secret Garden; Nusa Kode: Cannibal Rock, Yellow Wall of Texas, Boulders and Torpedo Alley; Manta Alley: South Komodo if conditions permit. Manta cleaning stations.
Day 7:
2 dives on the last day. Return to the port.
Day 8:
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
Alor & Banda Sea (12 nights) (Maumere-Ambon Island)
Included
- Accommodation
- Diving (2-3 dives per day, 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- Snacks, drinking water, tea, coffee
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox
- National park & port fees
- 1 cocktail party on a local island (weather allowing)
- Scheduled group transfer airport - yacht - airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Alcoholic and soft beverages
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-12:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.
This cruise may, depending on the route chosen, but not limited to, include the following highlights: Komba Volcano: Komba Ridge, Komba Reef and Lava Slope; Alor Region: Boardroom, Babylon and Cave Point; Wetar Area: Tanjung Nanukae, Nunukae Wall, Reong North and Reong Wall; Gunung Api: Snake Ridge, Snake Pit and Sulfur Ridge; Tebang Area: Nusleur Wall, Tebang North and Tebang South; Nil Desperandum: Hammerhead dives depending on conditions for sites; Manuk Island: Dives depending on conditions for sites; Banda Islands: Pohon Miring, Batu Kapal, Batu Kapal Pinnacle, Banda Neira Jetty and Lava Flow; Secret Spots: We have some excellent spots for shark action that we prefer not to publish; Land Visits: On this cruise, we visit Banda Neira to see the nutmeg plantation, historic forts and small Maritime Museum. An excursion of half a day, plus two good nights' sleep on the anchor before and after. Trust us, we all need it by then.
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
Dive sites you’ll see
Indonesian Culture & Cuisine with Tait Miller (9 nights) (Port of Sorong-Port of Sorong)
Included
- Accommodation
- Diving (2-3 dives per day, 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- Snacks, drinking water, tea, coffee
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox
- National park & port fees
- 1 cocktail party on a local island (weather allowing)
- Scheduled group transfer airport - yacht - airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Alcoholic and soft beverages
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1: Arrival & introduction to Waisai
- Morning: Guests arrive and board the vessel and we make the short crossing to Waisai.
- Afternoon: Explore the Waisai market to procure local ingredients. Guided tour discussing the island’s religions, history, and food culture. Locally sourced food for lunch onboard.
- Evening: Optional fermentation lesson for interested guests. Vegetarian dinner featuring local dishes. Early night to rest and acclimatize.
Day 2: Avian exploration & culinary delights
- Early morning: Birds of Paradise hike from Mandum Homestay before witnessing sunrise while enjoying fruits and local snacks at the viewpoint.
- Morning: Return for a hearty breakfast.
- Late morning: Tour of Raja Ampat Eco Lodge focusing on sustainable practices and local ecology.
- Afternoon: Cooking class – learn to prepare gado-gado (Indonesian salad) using freshly harvested leaves. Kayak through the Gam/Waigeo passage with insights into Alfred Russell Wallace’s explorations.
- Evening: Overnight motor to the pearl farm.
Day 3: Pearl farming & marine exploration
- Morning: Visit to the pearl farm to understand oyster cultivation.
- Midday: Cooking session featuring oysters, culminating in a land-based lunch.
- Afternoon: Leisure time for exploration, relaxation, or an optional dive at a nearby site. For non-divers paddleboarding, kayaking, and snorkeling is also available.
- Evening: Travel to Puncak Pindito in Wayag.
Day 4: Wayag’s natural wonders
- Sunrise: Ascend to a viewpoint with juice and snacks to greet the day.
- Morning: Optional dive to explore the marine biodiversity.
- Afternoon: Kayaking among the atolls.
- Sunset: Beach setup for a tepache drink, fermented on day one.
- Evening: Overnight journey to Piaynemo.
Day 5: Piaynemo’s panoramic views & culinary skills
- Sunrise: Climb to Piaynemo’s viewpoint for breathtaking vistas.
- Morning: Dive at Melissa's Garden dive site.
- Afternoon: Tempeh-making class, delving into fermentation techniques.
- Evening: Travel to the Fam Islands.
Day 6: Relaxation & fermentation insights
- Morning: Optional diving sessions exploring the vibrant coral reefs.
- Afternoon: Leisure time for relaxation.
- Evening: Discussion on the health benefits and origins of fermented foods, complemented by a dinner featuring the fermented vegetables prepared earlier.
- Night: Overnight voyage to Misool.
Days 7 & 8: Misool’s mysteries
- Activities over two days include:
Visit Jellyfish Lake.
Kayaking to explore ancient cave art.
Exploration of Banks Bay.
Ascend to various viewpoints for panoramic views.
Diving sessions to discover underwater wonders.
- An evening of Day 8: Travel back, stopping at a pristine beach for the final celebration.
Day 9: Culmination feast
- Daytime: Beach feast incorporating all culinary elements learned throughout the journey, celebrating the fusion of culture, cuisine, and community.
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 & Banda Islands (12 nights) (Ambon Island-Port of Sorong)
Included
- Accommodation
- Diving (2-3 dives per day, 2 dives on the last day)
- Full board
- Snacks, drinking water, tea, coffee
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Nitrox
- National park & port fees
- 1 cocktail party on a local island (weather allowing)
- Scheduled group transfer airport - yacht - airport
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Alcoholic and soft beverages
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Days 2-12:
Departing & check dive. Safari according to the planned route.
This cruise will take in the Banda Islands plus the Southern and Central sections of Raja Ampat.
Highlights may include but are not limited to the following: Banda Islands: Pohon Miring, Batu Kapal, Batu Kapal Pinnacle, Banda Neira Jetty and Lava Flow; Banda Land Visits: On this cruise we visit Banda Neira to see the nutmeg plantation, historic forts and small Maritime Museum. A half a day excursion.
Raja Ampat Southern Section - dives including Daram Area: Andiamo, Candy Store, Wet Dream and Two Tree; Wayilbatan Area: Wedding Cake, Barracuda, Dunia Kecil and Four Kings; Fiabacet Area: Boo Windows, Tank Rock, Nudi Rock, Shadow Reef and Whale Rock; Pele Area: Pele Playground, Netted Corner, Kaleidoscope and Tobblerone.
Raja Ampat Central Section - dives including Gam: Mayhem, Dalam and Citrus Ridge; Penemu: Barracuda Point, My Reef, Melisa's Garden and Galaxy; Airborek: Airborek Jetty, Manta Sandy and Lolasi; Cape Kri Area: Cape Kri, Chicken Reef, Sardine Reef, Blue Magic, Mioskon and Mike's Point.
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