Carpe Diem, Indonesia
9.6 Exceptional - Naturalist Guide
- En-Suite bathrooms
- Family Cabins
“This was a once in a life time trip for me. ”
Highlights
Perfectly designed for small groups and individuals who want more personalized service, the Carpe Diem Phinisi offers year-round dive itineraries in Raja Ampat and Komodo National Park. There are only 4 cabins available, with a maximum of 8 guests onboard. The Nutmeg cabin is a large double on the main deck and spans almost the entire boat's width. It has large forward-facing windows, a skylight, and ample storage space. On the lower deck is the Clove cabin, which has two single beds which can be converted to 1 double upon request. Also located on the lower deck are cabins Pandan and Cinnamon. These have one double and one single and can be used as a triple. The lower deck cabins have natural light and ventilation via porthole and skylight, and all cabins have en-suite bathrooms and individually controlled AC.
Social areas include the well-appointed saloon in the main deckhouse, which can comfortably accommodate 8 guests around the large table. Delicious locally sourced meals are served at the al fresco dining table, and dietary requirements can be catered to with advance notice.
Dive itineraries aboard the Carpe Diem Phinisi include Raja Ampat from November to April, Komodo from May to September, and some unforgettable trips in Ambon, the Banda Islands, and South Raja Ampat in between. Dive groups are small, and qualified dive guides with local knowledge and high service standards accompany each dive. The use of dive equipment is also included in the trip price.
Join the Carpe Diem Phinisi Liveaboard, Indonesia, for an unforgettable Raja Ampat or Komodo National Park cruise. Book online today to reserve your space.
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Included: VAT, Port Fees, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Extra Dives, Rental Gear, Kayaks, Snorkel Gear, Stand Up Paddleboard, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, Yoga.
Required Extras: Fuel Surcharge ($5-16 / day), Park and Port Fees ($200-300 / trip).
Optional Extras: Gratuities ($10 / day), Alcoholic Beverages, Wine with Dinner, Land Excursions.
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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Carpe Diem Reviews
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Vessel 9.6
- Crew 9.6
- Food 9.8
- Diving 9.5
- Value 9.5
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- 10 Exceptional
- Antony C
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Canada
Highly recommend the Carpe Diem
I’m Lucy to have experienced this liveaboard. The boat was fantastic, the crew were very attentive and accommodating. The dives were exceptional. The time spent between dives was very relaxing.
- Recommended for
- Incredible variety of dives. Modern, yet authentic feel of the boat. Very attentive crew.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Maria B
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Sweden
First liveaboard that set the bar very high for any next trip
Everything was perfect. The crew and dive masters provided superb service with diving and land excursions. 4 people per dive master was the perfect ratio. The traditional wood boat is comfortable with the outside dining and upstairs relaxing area. The rooms with private bathroom were also easy to live in for 8 days. They should add an optional cooking class with the chef :)
- Recommended for
- We really liked that is it a small boat (max capacity of 10 guests). The chef was fantastic. Every meal was different and delicious with so much variation. It was great there was always Indonesian food included. The organization made everything feel smooth and under control but not in an overbearing way (all towels, water bottles and equipment labeled with our names).
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- 10 Exceptional
- Geoff W
- Canada
Top class experience, we will be back
Cecile runs a well organised team. The food was second to none, considering the challenges of arranging food on a Liveaboard. Kudos to Martin the chef. Weiwin took care of our every need, from hanging up our wet gear to dry after each dive, to serving coffee any time we wanted. Agus and Jason were great dive guides, and a lot of fun.
- Recommended for
- Quality of the food. Organisation by Cecile and her team. Dive sites.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Anon
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Finland
Such an amazing trip!
The hole trip was so amazing that it's hard to summarize. But the people (hole crew and other guests) made this trip very special. The crew took such a good care of us that it's hard to describe. Food was excellent and chef such an expert. Diving was also spectacular and last days mantas put the crown to the hole trip. I definitely hope that I can do this again with Carpe Diem.
- Recommended for
- The hole crew and other guests, food and diving
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Patrick R
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Switzerland
Great liveaboard around Komodo
Encounter with the Komodo dragons, dive with manta's, boat experience with very friendly and helpful staff.
- Recommended for
- Food, comfort, friendliness
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- 10 Exceptional
- Luci L
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United States
Had an amazing time diving with Carpe Diem in Raja Ampat
Had an amazing time diving with Carpe Diem in Raja Ampat. The dive sites were incredible - saw beautiful and diverse coral, tons and tons of fishies, wobbegong shark, pygmy squid, pygmy sea horses, sharks, turtles, etc, etc! The boat was beautiful. The meals were delicious and different every time. My boat-mates were awesome. The crew was super fun. They kept us constantly hydrated with coffee and jasmine tea.
- Recommended for
- Dive sites (coral, fishes). Beautiful boat. Fun boat-mates and crew.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Kevin D
- United States
Amazing
Amazing geography
- Recommended for
- Biodiversity, great host and team, cool boat
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- 10 Exceptional
- Katharina K
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Austria
Tolles Liveaboard
Wonderful time on the liveaboard Carpe Diem on the Kommodo Islands, which I can really recommend.Great crew, breathtaking underwater world and great dive boat :)
- Recommended for
- Great crew. Beautiful diving spots. Very good food.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Myeongseon H
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South Korea
Wonderful dive experiences in Raja Ampat and Komodo
I had the pleasure of being onboard the Capre Diem Phinisi in Komodo Island in August 2024 and Central Raja Ampat in January 2025, and the experience exceeded my expectations. The dive itineraries were well thought out and could be adjusted on-site to enhance the customer experience. Cecile and Agus are outstanding dive masters and exceptional critter spotters. They provided detailed briefings on each dive site, ensuring we were well-prepared. The rest of the crew were equally friendly and approachable. Special mention must go to the chef—the food served throughout the trip was absolutely delicious. The boat accommodates a maximum of eight guests, offering a more intimate and family-like experience onboard. I strongly recommend the Capre Diem Phinisi for trips to both Komodo and Raja Ampat.
- Recommended for
- Dive experience. Food made by chef. Friendly crews.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Dan G
- United States
A great diversion from stresses of work.
Great experience. Enjoyed the diving and the conversations with fellow travelers. It was my first live aboard.
- Recommended for
- Cruise director. Friendliness and attentiveness of staff. Location.
