Carpe Diem, Indonesia
9.6 Exceptional - Naturalist Guide
- En-Suite bathrooms
- Family Cabins
“Can definitely recommend and we’ll come back!”
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
- Emmanuel S
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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.
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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
- Ricardo Ismael T
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Italy
Awsome experience in Komodo
Small boat, up to 8 guests for a more personalized experience. All the crew is super friendly and helpful.
- Recommended for
- Crew, facilities, boat overall
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- 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
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Benjamin K
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Germany
Best liveaboard ever.
I just came from the trip „central and north Raja Ampat“ and am still amazed by the wonderful time I had on board. The ship itself is a traditional indonesian Phinsi and in very good shape (kind of new). The cabins are very cozy and with aircon, the entire ship is just beautiful. So is the crew. We did a kayak trip around Piaynemo and on other occasions you could take one of the kayaks or SUPs and just explore the nearby beaches if you wanted. The dive sites were wonderful and the diving procedure was relaxed. I did 19 dives on this trip. Having a very small group size of up to 8 divers is quite unique and definitely one of the selling points. So is the wooden boat itself. The boat is owned by two persons of which one (or sometimes both) is leading the trips. This makes it more interesting in my opinion. Unlike most other boats run by investors or big companies. Sodas included, food was delicious. I‘ll go again with them on another trip.
- Recommended for
- Boat, crew, ambiente
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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
- Geoff W
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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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- 9.2 Superb
- Jared W
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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
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- 10 Exceptional
- Trinidad D
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Argentina
Loved Raja Ampat with CarpeDiem!
It was by far the best liveaboard I’ve done! The crew was so attentive, detailed oriented and always so helpful. Cecile, Agus and Jason showed us the beauty underwater, the best dive sites and we spotted so many cool things! Dive, eat, rest and repeat. And all 100% the best.
- Recommended for
- The crew. The food. The dive sites!.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Tommaso C
- 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.
