“The diving was the best I've experienced, made even better with the boat crew, divemasters Alex and Ary, and other fellow divers o…”
Highlights
- Traditional hand-crafted Indonesian phinisi
- Crewed by South Sulawesi Bugis sailors
- Selection of freshly cooked Indonesian and Western meals, beach BBQs, freshly baked bread, treats, and hot coffee
Set sail on an Indonesian adventure aboard the Akomo Isseki liveaboard. A traditional hand-crafted wooden phinisi, she is crewed by the Bugis sailors of South Sulawesi and offers fantastic dive itineraries in Raja Ampat and Komodo National Park. Four naturally vented cabins with twin beds cater to 8 guests on board. Shared bathrooms feature modern facilities and traditional handicrafts. Social areas include the communal dining area and a large partially covered sun deck. Enjoy a selection of freshly cooked Indonesian and Western meals, beach BBQs, freshly baked bread, treats, and hot coffee. Days can be spent lounging on the sun deck in-between dives, kayaking, snorkeling, and island visits, and unwinding at the end of the day enjoying an incredible sunset, the sea breeze, and a cold beer with your fellow dive buddies.
The Akomo Isseki phinisi visits dive destinations, including Raja Ampat, Komodo National Park, and the Banda - Ambon crossing. In Komodo, dive at Karang Makassar and get up close with schools of Manta Rays, enjoy a dusk dive at Palau Siaba to watch the beautiful Mandarin fish perform their mating dance ritual, and walk with Dragons on Komodo island. Raja Ampat itineraries are offered from November - April and are a divers' paradise. Home to some of the most bio-diverse diving in the world, marine life encounters can include wobbegong sharks, pygmy seahorses, nudibranch galore, dugong, manta rays, and humpback whales. For the more adventurous, the Spice Island Trail from Ambon to Waisai (or reverse) is not to be missed. This is the chance to dive off the beaten track and explore untouched beauty with the chance to dive with schooling hammerheads.
Whichever itinerary you choose, the passionate dive guides and attentive boat crew will surely deliver an exceptional trip to remember. Book online today.
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Included: VAT, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Beach BBQ, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Cabin Towels.
Required Extras: National Park Fees (3,000,000-4,000,000 IDR per trip).
Optional Extras: Gratuities (150,000-250,000 IDR per day), Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Rental Gear, Snorkel Gear.
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Cabin Types
Akomo Isseki Reviews
- 9.4 Superb
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Vessel
8.5
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Crew
9.6
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Food
9.9
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Diving
9.4
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Value
9.6
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- 10 Exceptional
- Lewis D
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United States
Visit Raja Amat
An amazing trip with spectacular diving. Some of the best I seen in 35 years of diving all over the world
- Recommended for
- Great crew. Really good food and plenty of it. Arrive as a guest leave like family.
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- 8.0 Very good
- Kyle B
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United States
Better than the Luxury live abords.
Me and my husband had the best time on the Akomo Isseki. It is a beautiful wooden boat of small size that we went around to many remote islands in Raja Ampat. After our retirement we traveled extensively staying in hostels to make our dollars go farther. This boat was of that norm, so if you are looking for upscale, this is not the boat for you. The great things about this boat was the unpretentious of it. There were only 8 divers, and with only one launch, it would take one group out, come back for the other group, so on most dives it was just our small group of 5. As opposed to luxury boats we have been on where they drop 14 people on the same reef at the same time. As good breathers we were aloud to stay as long as we had air, rather than being limited by a predetermined time limit. That was especially nice for us. The dive masters ate dinner with us at the same table every night, so we all got to share and talk about the diving that day together. On the luxury boat the DMs were eatting with the crew, so we missed the evening chatter. By the end of the trip all the crew felt like friends, as opposed to servents. With fans instead of A/C, there was none of the going into the cold for dinner. There is limited water, but when we ran out, due to 5 girls with long black hair, we simply went to a port and refilled. I would love to go on another trip on the Akomo Isseki!
- Recommended for
- Small dive groups. Low use of resources. Great crew and Dive Masters.
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- 10 Exceptional
- David A
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United States
Loved It
great experience. While technically I had more dives than the others in the group, I actually felt the least experieinced, especially when we were in stronger currents. But Alex always made sure everyone was safe and confortable underwater. The boat is not a luxury experience, but it has everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable trip. The gear was always in great shape and the crew had everything ready for us whenever we needed it. Would definitely book again
- Recommended for
- Dives (celebrating my 400th). Crew & Guide. Food.
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- 8.4 Very good
- Toby M
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United States
Great value for the money! The same diving as other boats, but with on-board comforts lacking
Reef mantas at magic mountain and oceanic mantas at blue magic!
- Recommended for
- Great crew, afternoon excursions, diving sea mounts
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- 9.2 Superb
- Ling C
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United States
Exceptional and beyond my expectations
Staring into the souls of mantas The guests, the guides, and the crew Getting inked by a squid
- Recommended for
- The diving, the people, and the games
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- 10 Exceptional
- ISAI U
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Costa Rica
My first live aboard could not have been better!
My first live aboard could not have been better! Akomo Isseki boat is well design to offer a great experience (the design of the boat allows socializing and chilling). A maximum of 8 divers is the correct number to really see wildlife and not only bubbles. The crew and guides were very professional and we avoided diving in times when it was too crowded.. so basically we had most of the dive sites for ourselves and saw a lot of wildlife. The food amazing and plenty. I bought a bag with snacks and did not use it.
- Recommended for
- Few divers, so you actually get to see wildlife and not a lot of bubbles. Great food, night card games, friendly staff, professional guidance. The boat is very comfortable. The AC in the boat is not needed (at least in Komodo area).
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- 9.2 Superb
- Chuan W
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China
A cost-effective ship accommodation
The scenery at the diving site is very beautiful, and the diving guide has rich experience and a sense of responsibility
- Recommended for
- valye for money. food. Submarine guide has experience.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- veronique D
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Canada
It was my first liveaboard and I was skeptical at first, especially because of the good price offer, but the boat has a very efficient team,the cook chef did every goog menu, all dives were spectacula
What's great is that we always see a different landscape every day with different dive sites that the guides know like the back of their hand. Being grateful and living in the moment is the best thing that can happen.
- Recommended for
- staff. diving areas. the quantity of fish and quality of coral.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Andy C
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Australia
👌
Had an amazing 11 days out at sea at Raja Ampat aboard the Akomo Isseki. The diving was the best I've experienced, made even better with the boat crew, divemasters Alex and Ary, and other fellow divers on the boat. Unforgettable memories with amazing people. Will definitely be back for more!
- Recommended for
- The boat crew and divemasters. Dive sites. Atmosphere.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Aleksandra S
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Poland
Check check double check !! An Unforgettable Dive Adventure on Akomo Isseki
We spent 10 days and 11 nights aboard the Akomo Isseki, and the entire experience was unforgettable. The boat is a traditional Indonesian Phinisi, full of charm and character. It’s not a luxury yacht, but that’s exactly what made it so special—we genuinely enjoyed the experience of living simply, in rhythm with the sea, and surrounded by the raw beauty of Raja Ampat. The cabins are thoughtfully designed for two people, each bed equipped with two individual fans and just enough storage to stow your gear. Life onboard is relaxed and communal. The top deck, dotted with beanbags, quickly became our favorite place to chill between dives, watch the sunset, or just soak in the moment. The food was another major highlight. Meals were served three times a day—breakfast after the first dive, lunch after the second, and dinner in the evening. And every single day, Dirman spoiled us with a freshly made snack between lunch and dinner—banana fritters, warm donuts, or something equally delicious. It became something we all looked forward to, and he never repeated the same treat twice. Mornings started with fruit, pancakes, eggs, and rice, and lunches and dinners featured a great variety of Indonesian specialties, with lots of fresh fish that everyone really enjoyed. Tea and biscuits were always available, which made surface intervals even better. The crew brought the whole experience to life. We were extremely impressed by how on top of everything they were. If it started raining—even lightly—they’d rush to move our towels or laundry under cover without needing to be asked. In the middle of the night, if just a few drops began falling, someone would quietly go around and close the hatches over our beds to keep us dry and undisturbed. All those small touches showed how attentive and tuned-in they were, and it made a huge difference in making us feel looked after. We were in Raja Ampat in April, toward the end of the season, so visibility in the south wasn’t ideal. After discussing it with the dive guides (Alex and Safri) and other guests, we all agreed to shift course and head back up to Central Raja a little earlier. We really appreciated being included in that decision—it added to the feeling that this trip was shaped by and for the people onboard. The dive guides, Alex and Safri, were knowledgeable and attentive, always focused on making each dive safe and enjoyable. Whether we needed help with gear, guidance, or just a laugh, the crew was always there—smiling, professional, and ready to help. If you’re looking for an authentic, affordable Raja Ampat liveaboard experience, with a fantastic crew, incredible food, and great dive guides, I couldn’t recommend Akomo Isseki more.
- Recommended for
- Great dive sites and guides. The crew were amazing. The food.
