Discover Indonesia's underwater marvels aboard the traditional phinisi, Ilike.
Embark on an unforgettable diving adventure through Indonesia's vibrant underwater realms aboard the traditional phinisi, Ilike, where comfort meets exploration. Indonesia, a sprawling archipelago renowned for its unparalleled marine biodiversity, offers divers a kaleidoscope of underwater wonders. From the vibrant coral gardens of Raja Ampat and Komodo to the remote, pristine waters of Alor and …
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Dining on the Ilike is a delightful experience, featuring a fusion of Indonesian and international cuisine prepared fresh by the onboard chef. Meals are served buffet-style, offering a wide array of choices to cater to all tastes. Guests can enjoy their culinary journey in the comfortable indoor salon with an open kitchen, or opt for the outdoor dining area, which is sheltered from the wind and perfect for enjoying the scenic views. Special dietary needs, such as vegetarian and vegan options, are readily accommodated upon request, ensuring every guest enjoys delicious and satisfying meals throughout their trip.
Indonesia's waters are famed for their incredible diversity, offering everything from vibrant coral reefs to thrilling pelagic encounters. The Ilike liveaboard explores premier dive destinations like Raja Ampat, Komodo, Alor, East Flores, and the Forgotten Islands, each presenting unique underwater landscapes. Visibility is generally excellent, often exceeding 20-30 meters, while water temperatures remain comfortably warm, typically between 26-30°C. Divers can expect to encounter a breathtaking array of marine life, including manta rays, reef sharks, schooling fish, pygmy seahorses, and a myriad of colorful invertebrates. The experienced dive guides onboard are adept at finding both large and small creatures, ensuring every dive is a discovery. Night dives are frequently offered, revealing a different cast of nocturnal residents and adding another dimension to the diving adventure.
VAT · Airport Transfer
National Park Fees (15-120 EUR per trip) · Park, Port and Fuel Fees (30 EUR per day)
Return airport transfers and hotel transfers are included in the trip price.
We strongly recommend all guests to purchase comprehensive dive accident insurance and trip cancellation insurance before departure. Dive accident insurance covers medical treatment, hyperbaric chamber costs, and emergency evacuation in the event of a diving incident. Trip cancellation insurance protects your financial investment — not only if you need to cancel or cut short your trip due to personal illness, injury, or other unforeseen circumstances, but also if the trip is postponed or cancelled by the operator due to severe weather, technical issues, or other operational reasons. In the unlikely event of operator insolvency, cancellation insurance can also help recover your payments. Please ensure your policies are valid for the entire duration of your trip and cover the planned activities.
15L tanks: 5 EUR per day · BCD: 10 EUR per day
Double • Lower Deck
Experience the comfort of a spacious double cabin, perfectly suited for two guests. This private retreat boasts complete climate control for your comfort. Enjoy the convenience of an en-suite bathroom, featuring a hot water shower, toilet, and sink, ensuring a refreshing and private experience.
Double or Twin • Upper Deck
Discover this exceptional cabin, a true masterpiece situated on the vessel's upper deck. This luminous space offers direct outdoor access and features expansive windows that frame stunning ocean vistas. Inside, a versatile double bed can be effortlessly reconfigured into two twin beds. Guests will enjoy complete climate control and a private ensuite bathroom, thoughtfully equipped with a hot water shower, toilet, and sink.
Twin • Lower Deck
Discover two inviting cabins situated on the vessel's lower deck, conveniently located adjacent to the engine room. Each cabin is thoughtfully designed with a comfortable double bed positioned beneath a single bunk bed. Guests will appreciate the full air-conditioning for personalized comfort, along with a private en-suite bathroom featuring a hot water shower, toilet, and sink for all your needs.
Double and Single Bunk • Lower Deck
Discover the Superior Cabins, designed to accommodate up to two guests. These four inviting cabins are situated on the lower deck, each featuring a comfortable double bed complemented by a single bunk bed positioned above. Guests will appreciate the full air-conditioning, ensuring a pleasant environment, along with a private en-suite bathroom equipped with a hot water shower, toilet, and sink for convenience.
Select a cabin and departure on Ilike, and we send a real-time inquiry to the operator. After availability is confirmed, you receive a booking confirmation by email and secure your spot with a deposit.
A deposit (usually 25-35%) is due upon confirmation. The remaining balance is typically due 4-8 weeks before departure, depending on the operator.
After your final payment, you'll receive a travel voucher with meeting point, embarkation time, airport transfer details, packing tips, and your full itinerary.
Most liveaboards depart from a designated marina. Many operators offer airport pickup and transfers — details are in your voucher. We recommend arriving one day before departure.
A valid dive certification (e.g. PADI Open Water), dive insurance, and a valid passport. Some destinations require additional permits or visas — we inform you during booking.
Cancellation terms vary by operator and are in your confirmation. Generally, the earlier you cancel the higher the refund. Changes depend on availability — contact us as soon as possible.
The headline score is the simple average of the category scores shown below (Boat, Crew, Value, Diving, Dive sites, etc.), each weighted equally. The review count reflects how many source reviews back the underlying analysis. When no category breakdown is available for a vessel, the headline falls back to the guest-weighted average across source platforms.
This liveaboard is generally well-regarded for its exceptional service and diving operations, catering especially to advanced divers. Guests appreciate the blend of Indonesian and Western cuisine offered onboard.
Based on approximately 86 reviews. Aggregated rating based on reviews from multiple independent dive travel and operator platforms as well as on ratings from our customers. Public statements from diving forums and community platforms may also be incorporated as text into the highlighted praises and critiques. Ratings are independently calculated and are not affiliated with or endorsed by the source platforms.
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