Carpe Diem Phinisi, Indonesia
9.6 Exceptional - Naturalist Guide
- En-Suite bathrooms
- Family Cabins
“We are already planning our next trip on the Carpe Diem!”
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 (5-15 USD per day), National Park Fees (150-250 USD).
Optional Extras: Dive Insurance (40 USD per item), Gratuities (10 USD per day), Alcoholic Beverages, Welcome Cocktails, 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 9.4
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- 10 Exceptional
- Mary K
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Australia
Sea-ze the day with Carpe Diem!
I recently returned from two unforgettable liveaboard trips with Carpe Diem in the stunning waters of Komodo, and I can’t recommend this experience enough! From the moment I boarded the vessel, Cecile and the crew made me feel at home. They were caring, friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive, ensuring that all my needs and those of other guests were met. In addition, Cecile's empathetic, authentic, and accountable approach to leading her crew and hosting her guests are no doubt qualities that make her an inspirational leader at sea! The phinisi itself was beautiful, comfortable, clean and well-equipped, with spacious cabins and plenty of communal areas to relax and socialize. Diving from the liveaboard was a game-changer. Each day was packed with multiple dives at breathtaking sites, ranging from vibrant coral reefs to exhilarating drift dives. Cecile and Agus were exceptional, providing handy tips and ensuring our safety while inviting us to explore the underwater splendour. I encountered an array of marine life, including majestic manta rays, docile reef sharks, shy regal blue tangs, and even a dugong swimming gracefully from a distance. The meals onboard were another highlight. Each meal was a delicious celebration of local and international flavors, and the variety was always in abundance to cater to different dietary preferences. After a day of diving, sharing stories and laughter over a hearty dinner was the perfect way to unwind. What truly sets Carpe Diem apart from the rest is the expertise, drive, agility and individual attention from Cecile and the crew. Each dive brought new experiences, and I loved the convenience of having all my gear prepared and ready to go! Overall, my liveaboard experience with Carpe Diem was a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and camaraderie. I returned home with a deeper appreciation for the sea and the crew that went the extra mile to provide top-notch service for all the guests.
- Recommended for
- The crew. The dives. The overall service on and off the boat.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Michelle V
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New Zealand
Just one Awsome trip over all :-)
This was a once in a life time trip for me. The over all experience was really amazing. The dive guides showed us as much as they could see in 1 dive and made me feel very comfortable under water. Great atmosphere on board So much food you are never hungry! The cabins are super comfortable!
- Recommended for
- Awsome crew & dive guides. Especially loved the night dives. Comfortable boat & cabins.
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- 10 Exceptional
- SUNAH Y
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South Korea
Best liveaboard experience ever, highly recommend
Whatever you expect, Carpe Diem is more than that. Thanks to amazing staff service we could fully focus on diving without a drop of sweat. All crews are super friendly, needless to say quality of the food. We were served from soup, then main, and then dessert every night. All personnal stuff such as towels, wetsuit, waterbottle etc. was labelled, and the bed was made every morning. It was like staying at a hotel, very luxurious and comfy. Dive masters were so great at spotting micro things which added so much fun in every dive.
- Recommended for
- Crew service. Boat & Cabin comfort. Food & Drinks.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Dan G
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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.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Louise H
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Canada
Best trip ever!
My first liveaboard experience and I loved it. The size of the group is perfect, with maximum 8 guests on board and maximum 4 divers per guide. Everything was super organized and well considered. Cecile is a great host and knows so much about the area and takes some great photos! I always felt well cared for and safe. The dive guides were amazing, finding us everything we could ever want to see. Make sure you ask Martin for his special shark finding tool! Food was also amazing, every meal had so many options and we were never left hungry. It was the perfect trip from Ambon to Sorong.
- Recommended for
- The boat is beautiful and super comfortable with lots of nice outdoor space to relax in. The diving was incredible with excellent dive guides. The food was impeccable and the staff so generous and kind.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Andrea C
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Italy
Fantastic experience
Fantastic experience, nice boat, good food, dive sites with lots of fish and coral gardens. Super helpful staff on board. The only drawback, I particularly loved our Dive Master
- Recommended for
- Diving. Staff on board. Organization.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Thilo Lars K
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Germany
Great journey and lovely crew
It was a great journey! Can definitely recommend and we’ll come back!
- Recommended for
- Crew and Service. Dive Spots. Boat and Comfort.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Ailsa P
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United Kingdom
Above and below the water everything was exceptional
Seeing something new and exciting each and every day under the water, and engaging in interesting and varied conversation with the other guests (made possible by having small guest numbers), while being well looked after by Cecile, Agus and the rest of the crew. My highlight was the entire trip - I will be back!
- Recommended for
- 1. The boat and crew (service and facilities). 2. The fantastic health of dive sites/reefs. 3. Meeting new like-minded people, who I now call my friends.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Vladislav P
- Germany
Great boat with small group of divers, nice atmosphere
Diving with 6 or 7 mantas next to MANTA SANDY. The splendid corals of MELISSA GARDEN. Diving at Cape Kri, with current and lots of action. Humpback parrots. Cuttlefish. Carpet sharks and flamboyant cuttlfish during night dives.
- Recommended for
- Small group (5) of super friendly divers. Beautiful boat with large comfortable cabins. The delicious meals served on the deck.
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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
