Mermaid I liveaboard, Indonesia

Winner of Best Overall Liveaboard in the Pacific region 2024, this vessel takes up to 15 guests in comfort and functionality to remember on a diving holiday around Indonesia. Four Deluxe cabins, one Single cabin, and the Master cabin boast panorama sea views, while two Lower Deck cabins are located below deck for budget-conscious accommodation. All cabins are air-conditioned and have an en-suite bathroom, a fridge, and TVs. Deluxe cabins provide king-size or twin-bed configurations, and Lower Deck cabins have a small double bed with an overhead bunk.

Social spaces on board are designed to let relaxation during intervals between dives be very agreeable. The air-conditioned saloon is a cozy retreat, while the large sundeck with lounge chairs invites one for this purpose to contemplate the open sea. Dining on board presents an enormous variety of Asian and European cuisine; diverse nutritional needs can be satisfied in such a way that each meal is a pleasure.

The dive deck is spacious, with a large stern platform and two exit ladders, lots of storage, and camera facilities specifically for underwater photography. Two accessible ladders on the RIBs make dive entry and exit easy for guest convenience and safety. Other very thoughtful touches include Starlink internet from onboard.

Mermaid I's itineraries cover Komodo and Raja Ampat, some of Indonesia's top diving destinations, well-known for their dynamic underwater landscape, rich coral reefs, and abundant marine life. These routes represent the cream of Indonesian diving-from encounters with manta rays and schooling fish to colorful coral gardens and interesting macro species