Sunshine Liveaboard Liveaboard

Sunshine Liveaboard

Liveaboard · Indonesia

Explore Indonesia's underwater wonders with personalized service and intimate charm.

10
Indonesia
2011

About This Vessel

Embark on an intimate diving adventure through Indonesia's vibrant underwater realms aboard the Sunshine, a charming liveaboard offering personalized service and access to spectacular dive sites. Indonesia, a jewel of the Coral Triangle, beckons divers with its unparalleled biodiversity. The Sunshine liveaboard offers an exclusive gateway to this aquatic paradise, exploring renowned destinations …

Upcoming Departures

02 Nov 2026Monday
Halmahera (Bitung - Bitung)
12 days / 11 nights12 days11 nights
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02 Nov 202612D/11N
Halmahera (Bitung - Bitung)
(Bitung – Bitung)
from $2,249Sold out
17 Nov 2026Tuesday
Halmahera (Bitung - Bitung)
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17 Nov 202612D/11N
Halmahera (Bitung - Bitung)
(Bitung – Bitung)
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01 Dec 2026Tuesday
Bolsel Trip (Bitung - Bitung)
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01 Dec 202610D/9N
Bolsel Trip (Bitung - Bitung)
(Bitung – Bitung)
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01 Mar 202710D/9N
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Bolsel Trip (Bitung - Bitung)Bitung – Bitung
Available
15 Mar 2027Monday
Bolsel Trip (Bitung - Bitung)
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15 Mar 202710D/9N
Bolsel Trip (Bitung - Bitung)
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29 Mar 2027Monday
Halmahera (Bitung - Bitung)
12 days / 11 nights12 days11 nights
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29 Mar 202712D/11N
Halmahera (Bitung - Bitung)
(Bitung – Bitung)
from $2,249Sold out
14 Apr 2027Wednesday
Halmahera (Bitung - Bitung)
12 days / 11 nights12 days11 nights
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14 Apr 202712D/11N
Halmahera (Bitung - Bitung)
(Bitung – Bitung)
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30 Apr 2027Friday
Halmahera (Bitung - Bitung)
12 days / 11 nights12 days11 nights
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30 Apr 202712D/11N
Halmahera (Bitung - Bitung)
(Bitung – Bitung)
from $2,249Sold out
16 May 2027Sunday
Halmahera (Bitung - Bitung)
12 days / 11 nights12 days11 nights
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16 May 202712D/11N
Halmahera (Bitung - Bitung)
(Bitung – Bitung)
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01 Jun 202710D/9N
from$1,874p.p.
Lembeh - Bolsel - Gorontalo (Bitung - Gorontalo)Bitung – Gorontalo
Available

Onboard Amenities

En-Suite bathrooms
Family Cabins
Aircon Cabins
Warm Water Showers
Sun Deck
Camera Station
Nearly 1:1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio
Seaview Cabins
Non-Smoking Rooms
Custom built for diving

Dining & Beverages

Vegetarian Options
Beer available
Full-board Option
Fine Wines Selection
Half-board Option
Snacks All Day
Buffet style
Western Food
Local Food

Dining on the Sunshine is a delightful experience, with delicious meals served throughout the day in a buffet style. The menu features a tempting mix of Western and authentic local cuisine, ensuring a satisfying culinary journey. Special dietary needs, such as vegetarian options, can be accommodated upon prior request. Beyond the main meals, guests can enjoy snacks available all day, perfect for refueling between dives. The outdoor dining area provides a picturesque setting to savor your food while enjoying the ocean breeze. A selection of fine wines and beer is also available for purchase to complement your meals.

Dive Equipment & Setup

Nitrox available
Shaded Diving Area
DIN Adaptors
Dive deck
Tenders for diving

Dive Area & Sites

Indonesia offers some of the world's most spectacular diving, characterized by incredible biodiversity and vibrant coral reefs. The Sunshine liveaboard navigates these pristine waters, taking guests to renowned dive sites in Halmahera, North Sulawesi (including the famous Lembeh Strait for macro photography and Bunaken for stunning walls), the Sangihe Islands, and Buyat Bay. Divers can expect to encounter an astonishing array of marine life, from tiny critters like pygmy seahorses, frogfish, and nudibranchs to larger pelagic species. The conditions vary across these regions, offering everything from calm, sheltered bays perfect for macro spotting to exhilarating drift dives along vibrant reefs. With a policy requiring all divers to use Nitrox, guests can enjoy longer bottom times and safer diving profiles, maximizing their exploration of this underwater wonderland.

Important Information

What's Included

VAT · Drinking Water

Not Included & Local Fees

National Park Fees (100-200 EUR) · Fuel Surcharge (100 EUR per trip)

Airport Transfers

Airport transfers are a required extra, costing 50 EUR per activity. Hotel transfers and local transfers (90-200 EUR per trip) are also required extras. Guests should note that the starting location for tours may not always be immediately clear, and additional transport costs may apply depending on your specific location.

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.

Medical Form Required

A valid dive medical certificate or an accepted medical form is required for all guests on this vessel. You can submit a doctor's certificate confirming your fitness to dive, or complete and sign the medical form yourself if the form and operator permit self-declaration. If your answers or the operator's rules require medical clearance, a doctor's approval is mandatory; signing at your own risk does not replace it. Permission to dive remains subject to the operator's requirements. Download the form, complete it for each guest and upload the signed document in your booking area.

Rental Gear

15L tanks: 5 EUR per tank · BCD: 5 EUR per day

Accommodation

Upper Deck Cabins

Upper Deck Cabins

Double • Upper Deck

2x
👥 2 Guests• Private en-suite bathroom
Lower Deck Cabins

Lower Deck Cabins

Double • Lower Deck

2x
👥 2 Guests• Air conditioning• Private en-suite bathroom
Owner Cabin

Owner Cabin

Twin • Lower Deck

1x
👥 2 Guests

Booking & Travel FAQ

How does the booking process work?

Select a cabin and departure on Sunshine Liveaboard, 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 built2011
Year renovated2014
Cruising speed7 knots
Top speed9 knots
Max guests10
Number of cabins5
Number of bathrooms5
EnginesMercedes OM423 470PS
Water capacity14000 liter
Fuel capacity5000 liter
TendersYes

Navigation & Safety Systems

Radar
Depth Sounder
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
Emergency Rafts
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
Oxygen
First Aid Kits
Fishfinder
Search light
Crew trained in first aid

All routes of this liveaboard

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