Moana Liveaboard, Indonesia
4.8Excellent1 verified reviewMoana is best for those who want to avoid the crowd, she accommodates up to 10 guests. The boat specializing in traveling to Komodo, she offers short 5 nights trips. Most of boat's guests are from Europe, USA and Australia. Diving in small groups of 4-5 divers.
Boat interior
Moana can accommodate 10 passengers in 5 cabins. The boat got refurbished in 2015 with all 5 cabins being redesigned, bathrooms en suite and since 2016 she got a new lounge. All rooms are located on the lower deck. One cabin style has a double bed and one cabin style with a twin bunk-style beds. There is also a Family cabin with one large double bed giving space for two adults and one toddler. All Moana’s cabins have private facilities and air conditioning.
After the diving passengers of Moana can spend time in a spacious and comfortable indoor salon. There are also plenty of open-air spaces for relaxing. Meals can be served on the big dining table on the upper deck. This area is great to enjoy a gorgeous marine view under sails.
Dive deck
Dive deck located on the stern of the boat. It is comfortable for preparation for the dive. There is 12l and 15l tanks with DIN & INT valves. Equipment items can be rented on board. Moana has 2 speedboats to get divers to the remote dive sites.
Safety
There is all safety equipment on board of Moana Liveaboard. There are emergency rafts, life vests, first aid kit.
Itineraries
Main Moana itinerary includes dive sites of Komodo National Park. This destination is extraordinary. It’s a home for numerous creatures. Reef sharks can be spotted as well as tuna, and schools of barracudas. Komodo also is known for a diversity of underwater landscaped. You can dive along the coral walls or in spectacular drop-offs. Komodo National Park can offer macro diving as well. Pygmy horses and nudibranchs can be seen in colorful coral gardens. Moana liveaboard offers not only diving at Komodo, but you can also explore Rinca Island and meet its famous inhabitant's Large Komodo Lizards.
When to Go
Komodo considered a year-round destination. April to November is a dry season. The best diving condition is during this time. In November wet season begins. It’s not so popular with divers but still suits for diving. A trip on Moana liveaboard is a great way to explore great Komodo, get an unforgettable experience and spend a vacation in a friendly atmosphere
Cabins
Twin Bed
Twin Bed
Twin Bed
Deck:Lower Deck
Bedding:Twin Beds (Bunk-Style)
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:2 Cabins
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Towels
2 twin bed cabins. All of them have individual AC, fans, and ensuite bathroom
Double Cabin
Double Cabin
Double Cabin
Deck:Lower Deck
Bedding:Double Bed
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:3 Cabins
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Towels
- Toiletries
3 double bed cabins. All of them have individual AC, fans, and ensuite bathroom
Boat Specification
Dive Facilities
- Compressors
- Rinse Hosts
- Tenders for Diving
- Dive Deck
- DIN Adaptors
Boat navigation & safety
Full safety
Food & Drinks
- Western Food
- Local Food
- Dietary Restrictions
- Alcoholic Beverages and Spirits
- Hot & Cold Soft Drinks
- Snacks All Day
Onboard Facilities
- Audio & Video Entertainment
- Air Conditioned Saloon
- 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
- Special Storage for U/W Camera
- Charging Stations
Moana Reviews
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Komodo (5 nights) (Labuan Bajo-Labuan Bajo)
Included
- Accommodation
- Diving
- Full board
- Snacks, fruits, tea, coffee, drinking water
- 12l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- Snorkeling equipment rental
- Scheduled group transfer airport / local hotel - boat - airport / local hotel
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Port & park fees - EUR 150 per person (to be paid on board)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfers
- 15l tanks
- Equipment rental
- Alcoholic beverages
- Soft drinks
- Admission charge if arrive in Bali
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Meet & greet at the airport. Group transfer to the port. Onboarding, meeting the crew & briefing.
Day 2:
Mantas at Central Komodo. The first dive will be at Tatawa Besar, where you can expect a nice drift. After breakfast boat will head towards the center of the park and visit Batu Bolong, a dramatic formation that extends underwater and is full or marine life. After lunch, divers will dive at Manta Point for a close encounter with those gentle giants. The night dive will be at Gila Lawa Darat, where the boat also stays for the night.
Day 3:
North Komodo. The boat will wake up early to make our way towards the northern most part of the National Park. Castle Rock is an underwater pinnacle and often subject to various currents. The second dive will be at Crystal Rock, a beautifully covered formation. In the afternoon we will dive the Cauldron, a channel between the island of Gili Lawa Darat and Gili Lawa Laut. Night dive at Gili Lawa Darat.
Day 4:
Central Komodo. Another exciting day today as we start today at the Golden Passage, another channel between Komodo, and Gili Lawa Darat. After breakfast, a boat will head back south towards the center of the park. Stop at Tatawa Kecil and Siaba Kecil. Both sides have beautiful topography and lots or marine life. Expect some currents here as well. Continue south towards Rinca Island. Night dive will be at Wainilu, where you can expect some amazing critters during the muck night dive.
Day 5:
Komodo dragon walk. In the morning boat's passengers will visit the ranger station on Rinca Island for a short trek to visit the famous Komodo dragons, the largest lizards on earth. After breakfast, 1 or 2 more dives (depending on your flight the next day) at Wainiluor Tengah Kecil. On the way back to Flores boat will pass Kalong Island, where thousands of flying foxes (fruit bats) take off during sunset. A truly impressive event.
Day 6:
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
- Arrival at Komodo Airport (LBJ).
- You will be picked up from the airport by one of the boat's staff members.
- The ride to Moana takes about 15 min.
- If you are staying in Labuan Bajo before the trip, the hotel will be informed one day prior to Moana’s departure about your exact pick-up time. Usually, it is around 9:30-10:00
- Planned time of arriving to the harbor by 9:30 - 10:00.
- Once the boat arrives in the harbor, boats representatives will bring you to the airport or your hotel free of charge.
- Airport transfer is about 2 hours before your flight departures - usually for most of the guests at 11:00
