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Gaya Baru Indah Liveaboard, Indonesia

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The boat mostly operates in Raja Ampat. Multi-lingual boat's crew and speaks English, German, Korean and Indonesian. Booking for small groups of 6 guests is available.

Boat interior and exterior
The liveaboard can accommodate up to 8 passengers for a full charter, typically the boat takes 8 divers, so your travel will not be crowded. There are 4 cabins onboard - 2 can be booked for double occupancy, 2 cabins suit for twin share. Each cabin is supplied with air conditioning and fans. Bathrooms are shared.
There is plenty of room space for each guest. Your favorite spot can be the bowsprit, the foredeck, the sunbeds on the main deck, or one of the two upper decks.
Food is served in family style. Guests sit down together at a large table, all food is on the table, platters are passed around and everyone.

Dive deck
The boat is equipped with 2 dinghies to take you to remote dive sites. Nitrox generator supplies with nitrox free of charge. There are 22 scuba tanks, 11.3l/80cft, aluminum, DIN, and K-valves (Yoke).

Safety
This liveaboard has necessary items to ensure safety: a first aid kit, 2 liferafts, VHF and SSB radio, radar, GPS, EPIRB, oxygen for diving emergencies.

When to Go
The best time to visit Raja Ampat for diving is from September to April, For the calmest waters and best visibility, choose the time from November to March. average water temperature is about 28C-30C, and visibility 10-20m visibility

Cabins

Double Cabin
Lower Deck

Double Cabin

2 Guests
Twin Cabin
Lower Deck

Twin Cabin

2 Guests
Twin Cabin
Main Deck

Twin Cabin

2 Guests
Boat plan
Boat deck plan

Boat Specification

Year built / Renovation
2014
Number of cabins
4
Dive guides to divers ratio
4:1
Groups or charters
Yes
Gear rental
Surcharge
Wi-Fi
No
Nitrox
Free
Fleet/Managing company
BIG BLUE INDONESIA
Length and width
23 m / 5.3 m
Capacity
8
Tenders
2 dinghies, RIB, 5m, 25 HP outboard
Material
Wood
Languages crew speak
English, German, Korean
Engines
Mitsubushi 190 HP
Generator
2 Gensets, 220V and 380V
Tech diving friendly
No
Handicapped Friendly
No
Compressors
x 2
Nitrox Membrane
Yes

Dive Facilities

  • Compressors
  • Tenders for Diving
  • Dive Deck
  • DIN Adaptors

Boat navigation & safety

Full safety

Food & Drinks

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

Onboard Facilities

  • Air Conditioned Saloon
  • Sun Deck
  • Sun Loungers
  • Indoor Saloon
  • Bar
  • Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
  • Land Excursions

Photographer Facilities

  • Separate Rinsing Tanks for U/W Camera
  • Charging Stations

Gaya Baru Indah Reviews

4.4
Good
2 verified reviews
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4.3
Let take the journey
For no frill Liveaboard and less guest w intimate experience Gaya Baru Indah is great. The crew was very professional and friendly, a bit shy. The boat is going to dry dock after my safari, so, it will look lovely. Love having FREE nitrox! And, the food is decent. They adjust the menu to accommodate guests food allergies and remember it from day #1. The DM adjusted my diving experience , so, I dove w the cruise director 50% of the time. Cause the diver in our group was taking macro in R4 w great and famous dive site took longer to take his pictures. I’m glad the DM/cruise director acknowledged it so that everyone can enjoy their dives. Also, they try to help you get back on the zodiac since there’s no ladder. I had trouble jumping into the zodiac, a fish out of water… We also did 3 land tours: pearl factory, Pieynemo hike, and a beach sunset. Where they are lacking in luxury they provide good service. With the boat going to dry dock, I’m sure they will fix the minor issues like fans and cosmetic structures of boat.
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2024-06-01by L. Evy 
4.5
Simplicity and honesty for true diving experience
Crew and diving guiding at Gaya Baru Indah is very knowledgeable and helpful. Ralf keeps record of dives to show spots and investigates to keep discovering together in variety of landscapes. Safety is well observed and equipment is good. The ship is comfortable, simple and efficient. Food is delicious with local products and local dishes. All in all, I believe it is an honest life aboard, truly committed to nature and focused on diving. The team is perfectly coordinated and the whole experience and diving has been awesome! I fully recommend this team!
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2023-04-04by T. Jaime Ruben 

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Gaya Baru Indah Liveaboard Itineraries

Raja Ampat Central & North (6 nights) (Waisai-Waisai)

6 nights nights, ±16 dives,
Waisai
Domine Eduard Osok Airport (SOQ)
Waisai
Domine Eduard Osok Airport (SOQ)
Requirements: Minimum 30 dives, AOWD or equivalent

Included

  • 6 nights accommodation
  • 5 days of diving (2-3 dives per day, incl. night dive; 2 dives on the last day)
  • Full board
  • Drinking water, coffee and tea, snacks
  • 12 l tanks and weights
  • Dive guide
  • Nitrox
  • Land excursions according to the itinerary
  • Transfers in the town of departure and arrival to and from the boat
  • Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)

Obligatory surcharges

  • Raja Ampat marine park fees - 1,000,000 IDR per person (to be paid on board)
  • Fuel surcharge - 20 USD per person per day (to be paid on board)

Extra cost

  • International and domestic flights
  • Visa
  • Transfers to and from port of departure
  • Equipment rental
  • Diving courses
  • Alcoholic beverages, canned soft beverages
  • Crew gratuities
  • Travel insurance

Program

Manta rays at several places
Snappers, bump headed parrotfish, scorpionfish, nudibranchs
Huge gorgonians
Groups of manta rays and turtles

Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Departure from Waisai harbor at 13:00 and reach our first dive site in the afternoon.

Day 2-6:
Typical diving days during a cruise.
6:00 Wake up call, coffee, tea, snack
6:30 Dive briefing
7:00 1 dive
9:00 Breakfast
10:30 Dive briefing
11:00 2 dive
13:00 Lunch
14:30 Dive briefing
15:00 3 dive
17:00 Snacks
19:00 Dinner
On 2 evenings of this trip we have a night dive at 19:00 and a later dinner.

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
Citrus RidgeCitrus RidgeMayhemMayhemMelissa's GardenMelissa's GardenAljui BayAljui Bay

Raja Ampat South (9 nights) (Waisai-Waisai)

9 nights nights, ±24 dives,
Waisai
Domine Eduard Osok Airport (SOQ)
Waisai
Domine Eduard Osok Airport (SOQ)
Requirements: Minimum 30 dives, AOWD or equivalent

Included

  • 9 nights accommodation
  • 8 days of diving (2-3 dives per day, incl. night dive; 2 dives on the last day)
  • Full board
  • Drinking water, coffee and tea, snacks
  • 12 l tanks and weights
  • Dive guide
  • Nitrox
  • Land excursions according to the itinerary
  • Transfers in the town of departure and arrival to and from the boat
  • Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)

Obligatory surcharges

  • Raja Ampat marine park fees - 1,000,000 IDR per person (to be paid on board)
  • Fuel surcharge - 20 USD per person per day (to be paid on board)

Extra cost

  • International and domestic flights
  • Visa
  • Transfers to and from port of departure
  • Equipment rental
  • Diving courses
  • Alcoholic beverages, canned soft beverages
  • Crew gratuities
  • Travel insurance

Program

Mantas, sharks, schools of jacks, tuna, and fusiliers
Pristine hard and soft coral
Macro diving
Groups of manta rays and turtles

Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Departure from Waisai harbor at 13:00 and reach our first dive site in the afternoon.

Day 2-9:
Typical diving days during a cruise. Note that diving can be reduced to 1 or 2 dives a day when the ship makes a long passage)
6:00 Wake up call, coffee, tea, snack
6:30 Dive briefing
7:00 1 dive
9:00 Breakfast
10:30 Dive briefing
11:00 2 dive
13:00 Lunch
14:30 Dive briefing
15:00 3 dive
17:00 Snacks
19:00 Dinner
On 3 evenings of this trip we have a night dive at 19:00 and a later dinner.

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