“Everything was great. This was my second trip on Akomo Isseki, and I plan to do another one with them, enough said.”
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 (3,000,000-4,200,000 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.
Book now, pay later: You can easily place your booking online. We will then hold the spaces for you and you can confirm with a payment later.
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Cabin Types
Akomo Isseki Reviews
- 9.4 Superb
- Vessel 8.5
- Crew 9.6
- Food 9.9
- Diving 9.5
- Value 9.6
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- 10 Exceptional
- EFREN F
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Spain
It couldn't be better.
Very happy with the experience at the Akomo Isseki. Out of ten. The rooms are comfortable and with enough space, you have a fan in each bed and the upper window that sometimes has to be closed (the crew takes care of it) if it rains. sometimes it's hot, it's not a surprise in Raja Ampat, but you can also sleep in the cool on the deck. Great food, Jois and Chandra, kept us well fed with tasty food and snacks between dives and were mindful of food intolerances. The boat overall excellent, simple but lovely, the rest deck to be between dives and meals is enough and very comfortable the seats. There are 2 shower-toilets that are shared but they are more than enough. The crew is also always on the lookout, they are in charge of preparing everything for the dive and always with everything under control (thanks Mathen, Ali, Andarías and Ryan, good job).The dive guides, Alex and Sardin, perfect, knew what they were doing, knew the dive sites and were aware of finding what each one liked. If you're looking for luxuries, it's not your place. If you don't care about that and want to dive and enjoy yourself, then why pay hundreds of euros more? Excellent value for money. About diving, there were spectacular places, we saw many species of fish, sharks, corals... And 4 manta rays together in the same spot, it was magical. We did some diving with strong currents, very fun but you have to be prepared (although the guides help you in everything), in total we did 27 dives although if we had not had to help another boat we would have done 29, top. The diving equipment was fine.There are a couple of kayaks that you can. Use when anchored. We also went ashore 4 times, in the love lagoon, pyanemo, in Fam (we did a brutal night there) and finally a farewell dinner on a desert island. We will repeat with Akomo Isseki and Liquid Adventures (very good previous communication)
- Recommended for
- Crew and dive guides. Food service. The dive sites.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Mirjam B
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Netherlands
This trip truly was an extraordinary adventure, and we highly recommend the Akomo Isseki for anyone looking to explore the wonders of Komodo in the best possible way.
We recently embarked on a once-in-a-lifetime trip aboard the Akomo Isseki dive liveaboard to Komodo, and it exceeded all our expectations. Our family group, including two teenagers, had an unforgettable experience, thanks in large part to our amazing dive guide, Alex. His extensive experience and attentive care ensured that everyone felt safe and comfortable, even in the most challenging dives. The diving in Komodo was among the best we've ever done, easily on par with Raja Ampat. The vibrant marine life and stunning underwater landscapes were truly breathtaking. The boat crew was extremely experienced and professional, keeping us safe even with high wind and rough seas. The food on board was fantastic, with a variety of delicious options that satisfied everyone in our group. The atmosphere was always lively and welcoming, making it easy to relax and enjoy every moment. The boat itself is ‘basic’ in its amenities, with fan cooled rooms and shared bathrooms, but kept in pristine shape and is extremely comfortable with lovely shared spaces (great sun deck & dining area) so that we didn’t miss any luxuries at all. We would love to come back to make it a twice in a life time adventure 😃
- Recommended for
- Super experienced dive guide. Amazing boat crew. Amazing food.
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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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- 10 Exceptional
- Line L
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France
Unforgettable
It was the second time we embarked with Liquid Adventures, after a first experience last year in Komodo on the Kira Kira and the Akomo Isseki. This year, we found the Akomo Isseki in Raja Ampat, and once again, we were absolutely not disappointed. The experience was simply exceptional.We particularly appreciate the deliberately limited capacity of the boat, which allows you to fully enjoy the trip and the dives in small groups, in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. The crew is remarkable: always smiling, extremely jovial, in a communicative good mood in all circumstances, and never the last to party and dance. An amazing atmosphere from start to finish.The food was excellent, varied and very filling. The comfort of the cabins is certainly simple, but more than sufficient, and more than compensated by the quality of the overall experience on board and underwater.We had the pleasure of meeting Alex, our dive guide already met the previous year, always so eccentric and full of energy. We also met Sardin, who is extremely kind. Both are very professional, attentive and attentive. I never felt unsafe underwater, despite the sometimes demanding diving conditions.We are already looking forward to a similar experience again and, without hesitation, we will choose Liquid Adventures again for our next dive cruise in Indonesia.
- Recommended for
- The friendliness of the crew members. The limited capacity of the boat. The program of the trip.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Lewis D
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United States
If you go with Akomo Isseki you will have a time of your life and you will love it!!
Everything was great. This was my second trip on Akomo Isseki, and I plan to do another one with them, enough said.
- Recommended for
- Amazing crew - very hospitable and took care of everything. Great Divemaster - Alex and Faldi are really good and know the area well. Great Food - The Chef, Dirman does an incredible job with delicious homestyle cooking.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Jean-François F
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Canada
Great diving experience and exceptional quality of service
Terrific diving in Komodo! The guides know the sites inside out and the dives are planned according to the currents and changing conditions. The overall atmosphere on the boat is very relaxed while being very professional. The crew of the boat is super friendly and everything is done so that we make the most of our dives!! I had an amazing week!
- Recommended for
- The dive guides and crew. The comfort of the boat. Food.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Nitaya N
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Australia
Absolutely incredible diving, service and value for money!
The Komodo liveaboard was incredible, from world class diving, and exceptional and friendly crew, varied meals and knowledgeable and engaging dive guides there was nothing not to love! Definitely good value for money, not for those expecting comfort but everything you need. Can’t wait to come back!
- Recommended for
- Diving, crew and dive guides
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- 10 Exceptional
- Celine C
- Australia
Amazing livaboard to explore Komodo, you won't regret booking this boat!
I had the most amazing time on Akomo Isseki. The diving itself is absolutely incredible with beautiful coral and lots of cool things to see. Our crew were just amazing, our freshly prepared food was a huge highlight with lots of variety, fruit, vegetables etc to cater to every taste. Apart from that we were immediately welcomed like family and everyone always had a smile on their face which provided a fantastic atmosphere. Alex is an incredible dive master who helped guide us through the currents as most of us weren't used to dealing with them - he is also super funny and always made us feel safe! The boat itself was really comfortable and has all the basics you need (it did get a little hot sometimes at night but fans were enough for me.) Overall, I can't fault this trip, I was sad to leave all the amazing people I met and all the fishies I saw and would come back again in a heartbeat. Thank you everyone for a trip of a lifetime!!
- Recommended for
- The amazing diving. The crew. The food!.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Heike L
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Germany
Dream Safari
The excellent care by the entire crew, as well as the dive sites adapted to the current conditions. The atmosphere on the boat was great, international diving community. The best liveaboard we have ever done. Thanks to the crew for this experience
- Recommended for
- The crew, the diveguids Alex and Willy, the carefully selected dive sites
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- 9.2 Superb
- Tabea D
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Switzerland
It was my favourite liveaboard ever, nice boat, good guides, very helpful and friendly crew. I will never forgeth this trip!
Highlight for me was to see mantas! The short trips in the afternoons to islands and viewpoints where really fun. Corals and fish are just incredible there!
- Recommended for
- Food was just amazing, also for Vegetarians! The diving was awsome! You feel like a family on the boat, everybody was so welcoming
