Raja Ampat is the undisputed champion of marine biodiversity — home to more coral and fish species than anywhere else on Earth. A liveaboard is the only way to truly explore this vast archipelago of over 1,500 islands scattered across the equator in West Papua. Compare every Raja Ampat liveaboard on Blue Rides: filter by price, cabin type, itinerary, and departure date. Every vessel is personally vetted by our team, prices are fully transparent, and all guest reviews are verified. Swim with manta rays at iconic cleaning stations, drift through fish-filled channels, and discover reefs so healthy they defy belief — all with our best-price guarantee.
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Traditional phinisi boats with basic comfort and small, intimate groups.
Budget-conscious divers wanting world-class reefs
Well-appointed vessels with en-suite cabins, good cuisine, and expert marine biologist guides.
Most divers — best balance of comfort and diving
Ultra-premium yachts with luxury suites, gourmet dining, spa, and exclusive anchorages.
Luxury seekers wanting the ultimate Raja Ampat experience
Raja Ampat liveaboards range from traditional phinisi schooners to modern luxury yachts. The main diving areas are Dampier Strait (central), Misool (south), and Wayag (north). Water temperature: 27–30°C. Visibility varies from 10m in plankton-rich areas to 30m+ at outer reefs. The marine park fee is approximately $100 per person.
Discover Indonesia's underwater wonders aboard a traditional phinisi with modern comforts.
The Jakaré offers Indonesian dive expeditions aboard a 35-meter phinisi, accommodating 12 guests with comfort and traditional design.
The Intersection of Indonesian Tradition, Five-Star Spa Culture, and Marine Discovery
The Komodo archipelago, a region of pronounced marine biodiversity, is navigated by Scubaspa Zen, a 53-meter liveaboard built in 2020, accommodating 20 guests.
Explore Indonesia's underwater wonders in luxury and comfort aboard the Fenides phinisi.
Navigating Indonesia's diverse marine environments, Fenides offers contemporary comfort aboard a 41-meter liveaboard, accommodating 11 guests.
Sail the Indonesian archipelago in unparalleled luxury aboard a traditional schooner.
Indonesia's diverse archipelago offers a spectrum of underwater environments, from volcanic seamounts to vibrant coral gardens.
Exclusive Indonesian nautical adventures featuring an exceptional staff-to-passenger proportion and quiet elegance.
Raja Ampat's intricate archipelago, a nexus of marine biodiversity, is explored from the intimate platform of the Adelaar.
Expert-guided expeditions and genuine Indonesian diving journeys.
Indonesia's vast network of seas and straits, fed by major ocean currents, nurtures an exceptional density of marine life, offering diverse underwater exploration.
Discover Indonesia's underwater marvels aboard the Ambai, where comfort meets unparalleled diving adventure.
Indonesia's marine realm, a confluence of major oceans, supports extensive coral formations and a high concentration of marine biodiversity.
Explore Indonesia's underwater paradise in luxury aboard the Amira Phinisi.
Indonesia's vast archipelago, positioned at a global marine biodiversity hotspot, offers an intricate network of currents and geological formations that shape its varied underwater landscapes.
Sail the Indonesian seas in traditional luxury, exploring vibrant underwater worlds.
Navigating Indonesia's significant marine biodiversity, this 30-meter liveaboard provides access to diverse underwater ecosystems and remote dive sites.
Discovering the soul of Indonesia's underwater biodiversity with expert-led diving and full board amenities.
The Coralia is a 48-meter liveaboard providing expeditions through Indonesia's multifaceted aquatic habitats, from the Forgotten Islands to Raja Ampat.
Unrivaled luxury and exceptional diving in the heart of Indonesia's marine wonderland.
Embark on an unparalleled diving adventure through Indonesia's vibrant waters aboard the luxurious Damai I, where exceptional service meets breathtaking marine biodiversity. This elegant liveaboard promises an intimate and enriching journey for discerning divers.
Expansive 154-foot liveaboard offering elite spa therapy, heritage craftsmanship, and exclusive voyages for 12 guests.
The Damai II facilitates dive expeditions through Komodo's complex marine environment, accommodating 14 guests.
Customized diving journeys in Indonesia featuring palatial suites, expert safety, and top-tier hospitality.
A top-tier three-masted schooner in Indonesia delivering premium diving voyages centered on expert safety protocols and all-inclusive guest care.
Explore Indonesia's underwater wonders aboard a renovated Phinisi.
Indonesia's vast marine realm, a result of its position at a biogeographical crossroads, sustains an exceptional array of underwater habitats, explored aboard the EcoXplorer.
Tailor-made diving luxury in Indonesia featuring 131 feet of bespoke hospitality, photography support, and private ensuite accommodations.
Navigating the rich waters of Alor, the 39.9-meter Gaia Love offers access to a diverse Indonesian marine environment for up to 20 guests.
Indonesia's widespread island chains, a product of significant geological activity, present a complex underwater environment characterized by deep trenches, volcanic seamounts, and extensive coral systems.
Contemporary 154 ft craft engineered for high-end, expert-led underwater expeditions on an artisanal Indonesian phinisi.
The Indonesian archipelago, a convergence point of major ocean currents, sustains a diverse and productive marine environment.
Explore Indonesia's underwater wonders aboard a traditional phinisi, crafted for intimate dive adventures.
Indonesia's diverse underwater regions, shaped by complex geology, offer varied marine encounters. The 32-meter Jelajahi Laut provides access to these areas.
Discover Indonesia's underwater wonders aboard a charming, eco-friendly Phinisi.
A 22-meter Phinisi-style liveaboard offering focused diving expeditions through the diverse marine environments of Indonesia.
Explore Indonesia's underwater wonders aboard a luxurious traditional Phinisi.
The Malaillo navigates Indonesia's diverse marine environments, offering an intimate dive experience aboard a refurbished traditional Phinisi.
Superior steel-hulled craftsmanship and expert scuba hardware for top-tier diving journeys across Asia.
A purpose-built dive liveaboard operating in the waters around Alor, offering access to complex marine ecosystems and diverse underwater topography.
Explore Indonesia's underwater wonders in comfort and style aboard the Neomi liveaboard.
The Neomi explores Indonesia's underwater environments, delivering a comprehensive liveaboard experience for varied dive interests.
Experience Indonesia's underwater marvels aboard a luxurious traditional Phinisi.
Navigating Indonesia's diverse archipelagic waters, Neptune One offers a dedicated platform for exploring the region's dynamic underwater environments.
Discover Indonesia's underwater wonders aboard the classic Phinisi schooner, Ondina.
Navigating Indonesia's diverse marine environments, Ondina offers a dedicated liveaboard platform for exploring the archipelago's underwater ecosystems.
Explore Indonesia's underwater wonders with unparalleled comfort and expert guidance.
Embark on an unforgettable diving adventure aboard the Pindito, a luxury liveaboard exploring the vibrant underwater worlds of Komodo, Raja Ampat, and the Banda Sea. Experience unparalleled service and discover Indonesia's richest marine biodiversity.
Explore Raja Ampat and Banda Sea on a budget-friendly dive adventure.
The Raja Ampat Explorer navigates Indonesia's rich marine ecosystems, offering access to some of the planet's most biodiverse underwater environments.
Explore Indonesia's underwater wonders in luxury aboard a traditional Phinisi.
Indonesia's diverse archipelago, a confluence of major ocean currents, sustains a rich marine ecosystem and serves as the operational area for this traditional phinisi.
Explore Indonesia's underwater wonders aboard the elegant Seahorse liveaboard.
Indonesia's vast marine territory, a nexus of biodiversity, hosts extensive coral formations and diverse pelagic life, explored from a 33-meter traditional vessel.
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Indonesia's vibrant underwater world aboard the luxurious Seven Seas, a traditional sailing schooner offering unparalleled diving adventures and opulent comfort.
The Situju7 offers an intimate exploration of Komodo, navigating its dynamic marine environments aboard a 32.7-meter Phinisi.
Explore Indonesia's underwater wonders in comfort and style.
Navigating Indonesia's diverse marine environments, the Solitude Adventurer provides access to some of the world's premier dive sites.
Discover Indonesia's underwater treasures aboard a magnificent traditional phinisi.
Indonesia's archipelagic waters, a biogeographical nexus, present a complex underwater environment. The Supraba provides access to this marine diversity.
Embark on an unforgettable Indonesian adventure aboard the Teman, a luxurious traditional phinisi offering exceptional diving and leisure cruises to the region's most pristine waters.
Discover Indonesia's underwater wonders aboard the spacious White Manta.
Indonesia's diverse underwater topography, from volcanic seamounts to extensive coral systems, supports a broad array of marine life. The 46-meter White Manta provides access to these regions.
Experience Indonesia's underwater wonders in unparalleled luxury aboard a traditional phinisi.
Indonesia's vast oceanic expanse, influenced by deep-sea trenches and volcanic activity, sustains an extraordinary range of marine communities.
High-end Indonesian diving with straightforward, all-inclusive rates
Navigating the rich biodiversity of Raja Ampat, the 47.9-meter Emperor Harmoni provides expeditions for 24 guests in 12 cabins, built in 2019.
A grand Indonesian nautical journey where all essentials are part of the package.
Navigating Raja Ampat, the 31-meter Emperor Raja Laut provides access to the region's productive marine environment for up to 12 guests.
Explore Indonesia's underwater paradise aboard the spacious and luxurious Blue Manta.
Indonesia's marine environments, situated at a major biogeographic crossroads, exhibit an exceptional range of underwater habitats.
Experience buffet-style meals and remain online with free Starlink access aboard an authentic Indonesian Phinisi.
Indonesia's marine environment, shaped by geological forces, supports a biodiversity attracting varied pelagic and reef species.
Explore Raja Ampat's underwater wonders on a budget-friendly liveaboard adventure.
Operating within the diverse marine ecosystems of Raja Ampat, the Epica offers focused exploration for up to 12 guests.
Experience Indonesia's underwater wonders on an intimate phinisi adventure.
Navigating Indonesia's biodiverse waters, Gaya Baru Indah provides a focused liveaboard experience aboard a traditional phinisi.
Discover Indonesia's underwater wonders aboard the traditional Jaya Phinisi.
Indonesia's vast marine territory, situated at a major biogeographic intersection, supports an exceptional range of underwater habitats.
Explore Indonesia's vibrant underwater world aboard a traditional Phinisi liveaboard.
Indonesia's vast archipelago offers a complex marine environment characterized by its position within the Coral Triangle, supporting exceptional biodiversity.
Discover Indonesia's underwater paradise aboard a traditional Phinisi.
Indonesia's vast archipelago, shaped by volcanic activity and dynamic currents, cultivates an extraordinary array of marine ecosystems.
Access Raja Ampat's biodiversity aboard the Raja Ampat Aggressor.
Navigating the rich biodiversity of Raja Ampat, the Raja Ampat Aggressor offers a focused dive experience for up to 16 guests.
Explore Indonesia's underwater wonders aboard a traditional Phinisi.
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Indonesia's vibrant underwater world aboard the traditional Phinisi-style Sea Safari 8, offering comfort and adventure in equal measure.
Indonesia's archipelagic waters, a confluence of major ocean currents, present complex marine ecosystems supporting exceptional biodiversity.
Smooth diving journeys across Indonesia featuring integrated regional transport and individual attention.
Indonesia's fragmented landmasses, situated at a major biogeographic intersection, generate a complex marine environment characterized by powerful currents and extensive reef systems.
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.
Tailor-made diving mastery paired with expert-grade apparatus and full-service equipment hire on Mermaid II.
The Komodo archipelago, an ecological crossroads, presents a dynamic underwater environment of strong currents and diverse marine life.
Professional diving voyages through the most legendary coral systems in Indonesia, completely outfitted for both expert and leisure subaquatic discovery.
Indonesia's vast marine territory, a nexus of biodiversity, is precisely where the Mari, a 32.2-meter liveaboard, facilitates aquatic exploration.
Explore Raja Ampat's underwater wonders aboard a custom-designed diving liveaboard with specialized architecture for secure and cozy maritime explorations.
A 30-meter liveaboard accommodating up to 14 guests, specifically designed for navigating the biodiverse waters of Raja Ampat.
An intimate Indonesian Phinisi adventure to the heart of marine biodiversity.
The Wellenreng offers an intimate dive experience across Indonesia's dynamic underwater topography, from its vast coral systems to its deep trenches.
Explore Indonesia's underwater wonders in luxury aboard the Tiare Cruise.
Navigating Indonesia's diverse marine topography, this traditional Phinisi offers access to critical dive sites across the archipelago for a limited number of guests.
Experience Indonesia's underwater wonders aboard a luxurious phinisi.
Indonesia's vast archipelago, positioned at the convergence of two oceans, fosters a dynamic marine environment rich in biodiversity, particularly in its eastern regions.
Raja Ampat's main liveaboard season runs from October to April, coinciding with calmer seas and peak marine life activity. Some vessels operate year-round.
Calmer seas, best manta encounters at cleaning stations, and peak reef activity. The prime liveaboard season.
Within the main season, December to March offers the highest concentration of manta ray encounters.
Rougher seas limit some areas, but southern Misool can still offer excellent diving.
Most Raja Ampat liveaboards follow well-established routes that maximise marine life encounters. Here are the most popular itineraries:
The classic Raja Ampat route covering iconic sites: Cape Kri, Manta Sandy, Blue Magic, and the fish-filled channels of Dampier Strait.
Southern expedition to the pristine reefs and hidden lagoons of Misool with soft coral gardens, mantas, and shark aggregations.
Comprehensive itinerary covering Dampier Strait, Misool, and the stunning Wayag lagoons — the ultimate Raja Ampat experience.
Planning your first Raja Ampat dive safari? Below you'll find answers to the most common questions – from visa requirements and costs to what marine life awaits you. If anything is still unclear, our team is happy to help.