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 ($20-30 / day).
Optional Extras: Gratuities ($10 / 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 9.5
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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
- Kevin D
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United States
Amazing
Amazing geography
- Recommended for
- Biodiversity, great host and team, cool boat
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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
- Tommaso C
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Italy
Fairy tale on the sea
Quite a magical liveaboard! Cecile and her crew are simply unique: they made the whole experience very enjoyable, hassle-free and targeting the best dives sites of Raja Ampat. They are caring and attentive, but also cheerful and playful. A nice and chilled environment, welcoming both to groups and solo travelers. They give a special attention to safety and security, which I highly appreciated, too. And all the above in one of the most elegant and refined boat I've ever cruises the sea on! Kudos to you,guys!
- Recommended for
- Incredible Landscapes and Seascapes. Delicious and various food. Elegant ship and Cheerful crew.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Alisa K
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Germany
Couln't have wished for anything to be better.
I just spend one week on the beautiful Carpe Diem boat in Komodo and it makes me directly wanna go again. The crew consisted of more members than guests, was just incredibly friendly&adorable and took care of absolutely EVERYTHING. Best service, in every way. Due to the small group of guests, the atmosphere was very personal and familiar. The boat, on the other hand, was huge with plenty of room to relax. The cabins were spacious, very clean and comfortable. Food was delicious & plently, also for vegetarians. There were two diveguides, so each group consisted of only four divers, which made me feel very safe. Also, since dive sites were being checked in advance. I will definitely go again.
- Recommended for
- crew, service, dive sites, atmosphere, food, boat, comfort, cleanliness (impossible to name only 3 highlights)
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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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- 10 Exceptional
- Kevin L
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Switzerland
Perfect trip with great boat & staff 👍
They whole crew is amazing, the food is great, the cabins are very nice and cosy. We had so many awesome dives. I had such a good time on board and didn't had to care about anything. From pick up till drop off on the airport, everything was well organized. I highly recommend this cruise.
- Recommended for
- We saw Manta Rays, Komodo Dragon's and the guide's pointed out so much more..
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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
- 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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- 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.
