Carpe Diem, Indonesia

Name: Central & South Raja Ampat (Sorong - Sorong)
Start: 2027-03-23
End: 2027-03-30
Location: Indonesia

9.6 Exceptional

Naturalist Guide
En-Suite bathrooms
Family Cabins
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers

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“The crew is incredibly friendly and very attentive. ”
Svenja P, Germany

Highlights

Personalized service for small groups
Locally-sourced delicious meals
Equipment included in the trip price

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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21 Nov

8 Days / 7 Nights

$ 3,472

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01 Dec

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$ 3,472

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11 Dec

8 Days / 7 Nights

$ 3,472

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21 Dec

10 Days / 9 Nights

$ 4,414

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04 Jan

8 Days / 7 Nights

$ 3,680

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14 Jan

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$ 3,680

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24 Jan

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$ 3,680

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03 Feb

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19 Feb

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01 Mar

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11 Mar

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$ 4,679

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23 Mar

8 Days / 7 Nights

$ 3,680

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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.

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Boat features

Naturalist Guide
En-Suite bathrooms
Family Cabins
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers
Air Conditioned saloon
Sun Deck
Stand Up Paddleboard
Nearly 1:1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio
Kayaks On-Board
Non-Smoking Rooms
Charging stations
Indoor Saloon
Library
Outdoor Dining
Audio & video entertainment
Observation Deck
Available for Charter
Local & International Crew
Snorkeling Equipment
Separate Rinse for u/w Camera
Outside Showers
Leisure Deck
Daily housekeeping
Naturalist Guide

Food & Drinks

Al Fresco Dining
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Options
Free Soft Drinks
Beer available
Wine Available
Full-board Option
Snacks All Day
Western Food
Local Food
Set Menu Dinner

If you have any specific dietary requirements whilst on-board your cruise, you can add this to your special requests on step 2 of the booking form. We advise limiting these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.

Diving

Shaded Diving Area
Rinse Hoses
Dive deck
Tenders for diving

Languages Spoken

The crew speaks English, French, Spanish, and Indonesian.

Gear Rental

Equipment is available for rent on this boat. Please provide your rental needs on the booking form. If the rental gear is not included in the price, you will need to pay for it on board the boat. Show prices

Drawings & Vessel Layouts

Cabin Types

Boat Specifications

Year built: 2012

Max guests: 8

Number of cabins: 4

Number of bathrooms: 4

Boat navigation and safety

Radar
Depth Sounder
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
Emergency Rafts
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
Oxygen
First Aid Kits
Satellite & mobile phones
Engine room CCTV

Carpe Diem Reviews

9.6 Exceptional

Vessel

9.6
Crew

9.6
Food

9.8
Diving

9.5
Value

9.5

10 Exceptional
Katharina K
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.
23 Sep, 2025

Translated from German

10 Exceptional
Emmanuel S
France

Top
One of my best memories of a diving trip with Cecile and her team. The fact that we are in a small group and have such an attentive and caring team contributes to making this stay a very beautiful trip to the ends of the world. The most beautiful dive of my life (more than 300) on Melissa's garden. And the general and festive release of the last one will remain a memorable moment in my mind. Thank you Cecile, Agus, Jaesen and the other crew members for this trip.
Recommended for
The tower manager and her staff. The magnificent dives. The service on board at the top.
08 Mar, 2026

Translated from French

10 Exceptional
Kevin D
United States

Amazing
Amazing geography
Recommended for
Biodiversity, great host and team, cool boat
09 Nov, 2023

10 Exceptional
Michelle V
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.
29 Jul, 2025

9.2 Superb
Jared W
Singapore

There are no strangers here; Only friends you haven't yet met.
I rarely give reviews publicly and would secretly prefer that Carpe Diem remains exclusive only to those who are willing and able to experience its beauty ;) Not my first time on a liveaboard, so I can safely say that I'm impressed by Cecile and Agus's hospitality and family oriented approach towards both staff and guests. Can't wait to join them again for another trip!
Recommended for
Pre dive, dive, post dive
21 Aug, 2019

9.6 Exceptional
Matt K
United States

Absolutely amazing dives and experience
Challenging myself with harder dives than I’ve ever done before. The crew were excellent teachers and really helped accommodate all on board by picking dive sights suitable to everyone’s skill levels to the best of their ability
Recommended for
The crew, the accommodations, and the dives.
21 Dec, 2023

10 Exceptional
Elizabeth P
United States

Exceptional Experience
Boat is incredibly comfortable - cabins are spacious and beautiful, food is excellent (and available for 5 meals/snacks per day), top deck lounge area is perfect, and staff are friendly and accommodating. Diving in Raja Ampat is spectacular, and dive guides are knowledgable and experienced. Cecile and Brian's crew, boat, and crew are all top-notch. We will hopefully be back to the Carpe Diem for diving in southern Raja Ampat/Misool in the future. Cannot imagine a better experience.
Recommended for
Dive site selection, accommodations, food (and staff)
14 Jan, 2020

9.2 Superb
Ailsa P
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.
21 Aug, 2019

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.
28 Aug, 2025

10 Exceptional
Lara B
Germany

Best decision I made in a long time
I don't even know where to start. If you ever have the chance to go on a liveaboard trip do it with Carpe Diem. The crew, the food, the dives, the boat: everything was simply amazing. The people running Carpe Diem are 10/10. Dive sites were wonderful, as its nature you of course never have the guarantee that you will see what you expect to see but the dive masters are very knowledgeable of the area and very trained/talented in spotting different animals (especially Martin!).
Recommended for
The crew. The diving. The boat.
18 Nov, 2024

67 reviews

9.6 Exceptional
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10 Exceptional
SUNAH Y
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.
07 Sep, 2024

9.6 Exceptional
Patrick R
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
23 Sep, 2022

8.4 Very good
Frederic S
Switzerland

Very good trip, nice dives, nice people, good food!
Amazing dives, landscape and program.
Recommended for
Dives, boat, staff.
28 Dec, 2018

10 Exceptional
Kieran M
United Kingdom

Carpe Diem crew and overall liveaboard experience was great and I would highly recommend them!
Carpe Diem boat is well maintained and the crew is very warm and professional. Service and food was excellent. Dive Masters were extremely responsible and highly knowledgeable of the different dive sites that suit the capacity of the divers. They were also very informative and took the time to get to know us and make sure we were comfortable and enjoyed our trip. Food and lodgings were extremely good. All dive equipments were well maintained and catered to all our needs. The sites around Komodo were great and the crew matched it!!!
Recommended for
Professional and friendly crew, highly experience and responsible dive masters, food was excellent!
21 Aug, 2019

10 Exceptional
Federica B
Italy

Unforgettable cruise
Cruise to Raja south (misool) and central, beautiful! We will certainly do it again. Organization of everything down to the smallest detail. Nothing can be improved, everything is already perfect! Really super staff and Celine a perfect coordinator.
Recommended for
Organization of the entire cruise both below and above. Diving. Availability of Celine and the whole crew.
18 Nov, 2024

Translated from Italian

10 Exceptional
Angela T
United States

Top Diving with Great Boat and Creww
World class diving, clean and comfortable boat with hard working crew and good food.
Recommended for
Small dive group, Great diving, Clean & Comfortable
29 Jan, 2020

10 Exceptional
Antony C
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.
08 Mar, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
Andrea C
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.
14 Sep, 2024

10 Exceptional
Andrea G
Germany

Best liveaboard!
We had a fantastic liveaboard with Carpe Diem! The entire crew was very attentive, helpful and always friendly – in general, everything was perfectly organized, with great communication in advance. We felt safe at all times.The weather is closely monitored, the best routes and dive sites are selected, so we saw a great variety underwater (wobbegongs, manta rays, cuttlefish, nudis, pygmy seahorse, orangutan crab, huge schools of fish and much more). The excursions on land were also well timed and perfectly selected - incredibly beautiful landscape.The food was incredibly delicious and varied every day and they even make sure that you drink enough. Sustainability is also taken into account.We were also very lucky with the other divers – a great group with whom we had a lot of fun.The liveaboard was simply the best we have ever experienced. We would definitely like to make more trips with Carpe Diem and can recommend it without reservation!
Recommended for
Great crew & top organization. Beautiful boat. Great dives.
07 Dec, 2025

10 Exceptional
Luci L
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.
14 Jan, 2026

10 Exceptional
Daniel R
United States

Fantastic Southern Raja Ampat Experience
I recently completed a Southern Raja Ampat liveaboard trip, and it was absolutely amazing! Every single dive exceeded my expectations, with top-notch marine life and beautiful underwater scenery. Although currents can be strong in some areas, the boat’s expert dive timing and guides made it manageable and safe. From pre-booking communication right through to disembarkation, the entire process was smooth. I particularly enjoyed the food, which offered a tasty blend of Indonesian dishes and other cuisines. My cabin and bathroom were spacious and impeccably clean, and it was clear that the boat itself is well-maintained and in excellent condition. One of the standout aspects was having the owner onboard as both cruise director and dive guide. This personal touch made the experience even more special, as there was no disconnect or “middle management” in the mix. My only small regret was the lack of nitrox availability. Initially, I was worried about shorter bottom times and feeling extra fatigued due to multiple dives on standard air. However, because most of the dive sites weren’t extremely deep, I found that not having nitrox wasn’t a significant issue—and I’d still happily do another trip without it. Overall, I can’t recommend this Southern Raja Ampat liveaboard highly enough. It’s a wonderful choice if you’re looking for well-organized diving, top-tier service, and a truly personal onboard experience. I’m already looking forward to my next adventure with them!
Recommended for
Insanely good dives (This is no accident. The cruise director and dive guides made it happen!). The boat is super clean, comfortable, and very well-maintained. The traditional wooden construction has a lovely warmth to it without feeling old/janky. The staff keep things running super smooth from tasty food to cleaning to dive ops..
06 Feb, 2025

10 Exceptional
Louise H
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.
07 Nov, 2024

10 Exceptional
mark C
Ireland

Beautiful boat and great crew!
Seeing so many mantas, turtles and beautiful coral. So much variety. And really great food!!!
Recommended for
Comfort, food, dive guide
09 Sep, 2019

10 Exceptional
Maria B
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).
09 Apr, 2024

10 Exceptional
Veronique J
France

FANTASTIC AND PERFECT TIME ON CARPE DIEM!!!
Crew very warm and professionnal Team very careful and attentive with perfect organization Service and food excellent Dives awesome!!
Recommended for
dives, crew, food
02 Apr, 2020

10 Exceptional
Svenja P
Germany

Highly recommended! Wonderful time
Our week at Carpe Diem was great. The ship is beautiful and very luxurious. The crew is incredibly friendly and very attentive. We felt very comfortable. The food tasted very good. There was always a lot to choose from. That Diving was terrific, we always felt very safe and saw a lot. We are already planning our next trip on the Carpe Diem!
Recommended for
Very competent and friendly crew. Beautiful ship. Great instructors.
07 Jan, 2025

10 Exceptional
Marco C
Switzerland

Experience of a lifetime in a scenario of overwhelming beauty
The dive in Castle Rock, the manta rays, turtles, sharks, corals, the sunset hike, and the trip intinerary which allowed us to see scenarios that are simply incredibile.
Recommended for
Staff friendliness, dive guide's expertise which granted the best chances to get the best out of each dive, and the trip intinerary which allowed us to see scenarios that are simply incredibile.
05 Aug, 2022

10 Exceptional
Lawrence C
United States

Fantastic voyage through raja ampat
Manta ray dive
Recommended for
Crew, people, food
24 Dec, 2023

10 Exceptional
Adam C
United States

Fun, full-service trip through central Raja Ampat - five stars!
1) Of course the dive sites themselves are amazing and full of discoveries, but also the dive prep is made so easy by the crew & guides. Even if you bring your own equipment, everything is set up for you for each dive - all you have to do is walk onto the dinghy and your gear is ready to go. Plus the pre-dive briefings include details about currents, descent plan, and what creatures to look for. This was our first time diving in Raja Ampat, and it couldn't have been better. 2) The food prepared by the crew was so delicious and plentiful! There's a good mix of western and asian dishes, tons of fresh fruit, and any dietary restrictions are readily seen to with prior notice. 3) Our cabin was cozy and functional - private toilet, A/C, hot shower, and plenty of storage space. We were provided a shower towel and a beach towel, which were refreshed during the trip. A nice touch was that all of our personal items (reuseable water bottle, beach towel, wetsuit, etc) were tagged with guest names to avoid any confusion. 4) Great friendly feeling onboard due to small group of guests. Our cruise included 7 travelers, 2 dive guides, and the crew. One of the boat's owners, Cecile, acted as a dive guide throughout our trip. She was very easy to talk to and answered any of our questions about the Carpe Diem, Raja Ampat, and Indonesia in general. She also arranged for our return ferry tickets to be purchased ahead of time and helped some guests coordinate with their subsequent homestays. These personal touches really added to the overall experience. Overall, we loved it and would recommend to anyone wanting to dive in Raja Ampat. Hopefully, we can take another trip with Carpe Diem!
Recommended for
1) Dive sites / dive crew & guides, 2) fresh food / adhere to dietary restrictions, 3) Comfort of boat
27 Feb, 2020

9.2 Superb
Charlotte H
China

Unforgettable experience
I've been on liveaboard trips in SEA and the red sea, yet I was still impressed by how smooth the trip was organized. The food was excellent, the crew was overwhelmingly nice. And despite the whether, we had great times underwater as well.
Recommended for
everything was smoothly organized. exceptional food onboard. HAMMERHEADS!!.
04 Nov, 2024