Pindito Liveaboard

Pindito

Liveaboard · Indonesia

Explore Indonesia's underwater wonders with unparalleled comfort and expert guidance.

16
Indonesia
1992
4.8Exceptional(273 reviews)

About This Vessel

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. Indonesia, a sprawling archipelago of over 17,000 islands, is a diver's paradise, boasting some of the planet's most biodiverse marine ecosystems. …

Upcoming Departures

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Onboard Amenities

En-Suite bathrooms
Family Cabins
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers
Air Conditioned saloon
Sun Deck
Camera Station
Nearly 1:1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio
Seaview Cabins

Dining & Beverages

Vegan Options
Vegetarian Options
Beer available
Wine Available
Full-board Option
Snacks All Day
Buffet style
Western Food
Local Food

Dining aboard the Pindito is a delightful culinary journey, with a focus on both international and local Indonesian flavors. All meals are served buffet-style, offering a wide array of freshly prepared dishes to suit various tastes. Guests are treated to a full-board option, ensuring they are well-nourished throughout their diving adventure. Complimentary soft drinks, tea, and coffee are always available, and a selection of beer and wine can be purchased to complement your meals. The kitchen is adept at catering to special dietary requirements, including vegetarian and vegan options, which can be arranged by noting them during the booking process. Snacks are also provided throughout the day, ensuring you never go hungry between dives.

Dive Equipment & Setup

Shaded Diving Area
DIN Adaptors
Rebreather Support
Rinse Hoses
Dive deck
Tenders for diving

Dive Area & Sites

The Pindito offers an exceptional diving experience across Indonesia's most renowned regions, including Komodo, Raja Ampat, and the Banda Sea. Divers can enjoy up to four dives daily, exploring vibrant coral reefs, encountering diverse marine life from tiny critters to large pelagics, and discovering unique underwater topography. The experienced dive guides ensure that every dive is tailored to the conditions and group's interests, maximizing sightings and safety. Visibility in these waters is generally excellent, often exceeding 20-30 meters, with water temperatures typically ranging from 26-30°C. The Pindito's three spacious tenders provide easy access to dive sites, and the crew handles all equipment, ensuring a hassle-free experience. Nitrox is provided free of charge, allowing certified divers to extend their bottom times and enjoy more of Indonesia's incredible underwater world.

Important Information

What's Included

VAT · Airport Transfer

Not Included & Local Fees

Fuel Surcharge (200-250 USD per trip) · National Park Fees (200-250 USD per trip)

Airport Transfers

Return airport transfers and hotel transfers are included in the trip price. Specific details regarding pick-up points and times will be provided upon booking confirmation.

Insurance Recommendation

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.

Rental Gear

15L tanks: 50 USD per trip · BCD: 100 USD per trip

Accommodation

Twin Bed Cabins

Twin Bed Cabins

Twin • Lower Deck

2x
👥 2 Guests• Twin beds (bunk beds)• En-suite bathroom• Individual climate control
Double Bed Cabins

Double Bed Cabins

Double • Lower Deck

6x
👥 2 Guests• Double bed• En-suite bathroom• Individual climate control

Booking & Travel FAQ

How does the booking process work?

Select a cabin and departure on Pindito, 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.

When do I need to pay?

A deposit (usually 25-35%) is due upon confirmation. The remaining balance is typically due 4-8 weeks before departure, depending on the operator.

What documents will I receive?

After your final payment, you'll receive a travel voucher with meeting point, embarkation time, airport transfer details, packing tips, and your full itinerary.

How do I get to the boat?

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.

What certifications do I need?

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.

Can I cancel or change my 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.

Vessel Technical Overview

Vessel Specifications

Year built1992
Year renovated2006
Cruising speed8-9 knots
Max guests16
Number of cabins8
Number of bathrooms8
EnginesBaudouin 330HP Diesel
Freshwater makerDesalinator
Water capacity2'000 gallons
Fuel capacity3'000 gallons
Tenders4 x tenders

Navigation & Safety Systems

Radar
Depth Sounder
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
Emergency Rafts
Life Vests
Oxygen
First Aid Kits
Satellite & mobile phones

What guests say online

4.8 / 5(273 reviews)
How is this overall rating calculated?

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.

Guests consistently praise the Pindito as a well-run and smooth operation, offering incredible diving experiences and outstanding customer service. While many found it a wonderful experience with great amenities, some noted the vessel felt dated and had a strict dive time policy.

Boat4.5
Crew4.9
Value4.4
Cabins4.6
Diving4.8
Comfort4.7
Service4.9
Itinerary4.8
Most praised
  • +Well-run and smooth liveaboard operation
  • +Outstanding customer service from a 17-member crew
  • +Spacious, air-conditioned cabins with private ensuites
  • +Incredible diving experiences across various Indonesian regions

Based on approximately 273 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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