Situju7, Indonesia

Situju, a newly constructed boat, merges traditional style with modern technologies. The boat's limited capacity ensures personalized care for each guest. It offers intimate journeys to one of Indonesia's most magnificent destinations, Komodo Island. These trips can seamlessly integrate with a land-based vacation.

Boat Interior 
This ship functions as a boutique hotel on the water, capable of accommodating up to 10 people in its quarters. It features 4 spacious, cozy cabins, each outfitted with a double bed and an ensuite bathroom, alongside one large cabin equipped with bunk beds.
The Master Suite Bali features a spacious cabin with windows, complete with a private terrace where guests can enjoy their meals. It is furnished with a double bed, a writing desk, a wardrobe complemented by handmade crutches, and a bathroom equipped with a double sink, a large overhead shower, and copper walls. The Junior Suite Flores, the flagship cabin located at the bow of the lower deck, showcases a minimal design. It includes a double bed, internal stairs, and a chest of drawers, along with a mirror and an external copper sink hand-modeled for a unique touch. The suite also features a bathroom with a shower. The 2 Deluxe Cozy Cabins, Sumba & Sumbawa, are twin cabins situated on the lower deck. They offer a minimal design with a double bed, creating a very intimate atmosphere. Each cabin has a chest of drawers, a mirror, and an external copper sink hand-modeled, alongside a bathroom with a shower. Cabinette Lombok, a spacious cabin on the main deck, features separate bunker beds. Its minimal yet practical design includes a chest of drawers, a mirror, and a hand-modeled external copper sink, as well as a bathroom with a shower. The living area is designed to offer a cozy and intimate ambiance, featuring a lounge where guests can relax and enjoy a 40” smart TV, accessible via a satellite Wi-Fi signal that is available throughout the ship. The book area offers a unique charm, serving as a drawer of memories. Guests are encouraged to use this space and leave books for future travelers, fostering a community of shared travel experiences.

Safety 
All onboard instrumentation, including the engine, generators, plumbing, fire detection, and electrical systems, undergoes monthly checks to ensure safety and operational efficiency.

Diving 
The boat features a large dive deck equipped with ladders for easy water entry. It offers up to four dives per day, allowing guests to explore the underwater marvels to their heart's content.

Itinerary features 
The main itinerary focuses on Komodo Island, with trips starting or ending in Bali to eliminate the need for domestic flights. Alternatively, other journeys commence and conclude in Labuan Bajo, and given their duration, they seamlessly integrate with land-based accommodations. This flexibility allows guests to further explore Komodo and its neighboring islands or venture to other captivating Indonesian locales.
Komodo Island is renowned among divers for its breathtaking underwater landscapes, shaped by extensive volcanic activity, including seamounts, pinnacles, reefs, and walls. The area is teeming with macro species such as nudibranchs, tiny octopuses, and pygmy seahorses. Encounters with dolphins, mantas, and turtles are also common.
In addition to diving, Situja caters to non-diving passengers. Visitors can explore local villages, immerse themselves in Indonesian traditions, and, of course, witness the Komodo dragons, the largest lizards on the planet, found exclusively in this region.

When to Go
Diving in the waters around Komodo Island is a year-round activity, with the rainy season spanning from November to March. The peak diving season extends from March to October. Air temperatures in the region range from 22°C to 34°C (71°F to 93°F), while the average water temperatures remain between 23°C and 28°C (73°F to 82°F) throughout the year. Visibility underwater can vary significantly, from 10 meters to 40 meters (32 feet to 114 feet), with the clearest conditions typically occurring from November to January. It's important to note that the currents around Komodo Island are generally strong, making it an exciting destination for experienced divers seeking adventurous dives amidst stunning underwater landscapes