Emperor Raja Laut, Indonesia
9.4 Superb - Nitrox available
- Free Internet
- Free Nitrox
“Abslutely great value for money”
Highlights
Join Emperor Raja Laut for an exciting liveaboard dive adventure in Indonesia. Diving is offered year-round to some of the best spots in the region. Guests can enjoy thrilling diving in Komodo National Park from June to September. Visit world-class dive sites Castle Rock, Crystal Rock, and Manta Alley, with the chance to see the Komodo Dragon, manta rays, sharks, and much more. In November, she moves to the diverse region of Raja Ampat, the epicenter of the Coral Triangle, known as one of the most biologically diverse marine areas in the world. There are also a limited number of crossing trips each year, where the Emperor Raja Laut travels between destinations and visits the Banda Islands, where you visit rarely dived sites with the chance to see hammerheads, active volcanoes, amazing critters, and fantastic pelagic action on this once-in-a-lifetime trip. Diving occurs from the 2 large RIBs, and nitrox is available for those certified.
Topside, the Emperor Raja Laut liveaboard is a traditional Indonesian phinisi built from tropical hardwood, creating a regal feel as it sails through Indonesian waters. She accommodates just 12 guests in 6 en-suite cabins. There are 3 twins and 3 doubles, each with a mini-safe, storage space, en-suite bathroom, and individually controlled AC. Social areas include the fully air-conditioned lounge with a 49" TV, library, games, movies, and mini-bar, all located on the same deck as the cabins. The sun deck is located on the upper deck, with loungers in both the sun and shade, and a dining table under the awning, offering al-fresco dining with stunning Indonesian views.
Trips aboard Emperor liveaboards include all port and park fees, free Nitrox, and even complimentary wine, while you will never be charged extra for itinerary or fuel surcharges. What you see is what you pay.
Join the Emperor Raja Laut for an unforgettable dive adventure in Raja Ampat. Book online today to reserve your space.
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Included: VAT, National Park Fees, Port Fees, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Wine with Dinner, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Nitrox, Land Excursions, Cabin Towels, Deck Towels, WiFi internet.
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Nitrox Course (Rp2,835,900), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses (Rp3,579,750).
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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Emperor Raja Laut Reviews
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- 9.4 Superb
- Vessel 9.1
- Crew 9.2
- Food 9.7
- Diving 9.7
- Value 9.2
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- 10 Exceptional
- Kateryna B
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Ukraine
The best boat, the best crew, the best diving
It was too good to be true :) Starting with the overwhelming underwater world and ending with every single detail of the trip - everything was unforgettable. The organization of all processes, timing, and crew coordination was at a superb level. As for the boat, I got a twin cabin all to myself at no extra charge (because there were only 11 guests in total). The cabin was very cozy and clean. Despite Raja Laut being a wooden phinisi, and even though my cabin was next to the engine room (and I’m a light sleeper), it was not too noisy for me. I actually loved having only 11 guests on board. It felt much cozier and friendlier that way - more like one team. The food was amazing: very tasty, with a great variety of choices. I have a meat allergy, and it was never a problem. We had 3 land excursions and 22 dives (+1 bonus dive), including one night dive. Personally, I would have loved even more night dives, because the reef life in Raja Ampat at night is even more fascinating. The only slight challenge was sleeping in the equatorial heat if you’re not comfortable sleeping with the air conditioning on. Overall, I’m very glad I chose the Raja Laut boat and the Emperor Divers team. It was the best trip of my life. Thank you!
- Recommended for
- Service. Cruise Director and the crew. The boat and underwater world.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- dino S
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Italy
Magic above and below
A diving holiday unforgettable for me with dives, sometimes a bit challenging, in places as remote as they are beautiful. Splendid pearls set in an emerald sea. Wonderful corals in excellent health, for now, refuge for an indescribable amount of fish.
- Recommended for
- The charming schooner, a classic boat very well maintained. friendly and familiar atmosphere on board. Highly professional, understanding, always present team.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Timon K
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Germany
a great trip on a great boat
From the pick-up, to the great crew on board, to the transfer to the airport, it was simply an all-round successful holiday
- Recommended for
- Small diving tupes. Great organization. Great destination.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Louise B
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United Kingdom
A beautiful and very comfortable boat
Everything from start to finish was excellent- from quality of rental equipment to the lovely post dive drinks (juices or teas depending on weather). The crew were super nice and so helpful. Food was plentiful and excellent - bowls of fresh fruit available all the time.
- Recommended for
- The crew was fantastic. Boat was very comfortable. Diving was fabulous.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Anja S
- Germany
We had a wonderful time with very nice people, very good dives and a great crew
Diving in strong currents. Diving with the manta rays. Everything was very well organized. The crew did a fantastic job. We really enjoyed everything. Highly recommended.
- Recommended for
- Diving, the crew and the guides
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Matthew M
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United States
Fabulous week in Komodo
We had a fantastic week aboard Emperor Raja Laut diving in Komodo for our honeymoon. Flor and Sophie guided us safely through 20 dives at a variety of sites with knowledge of and respect for the local reefs and wildlife. We saw a huge diversity of wildlife, including manta, turtles, octopus, cuttlefish, and countless nudi, among others. Sprinkled in were land excursions to see a local village, a pink sand beach, and two hikes - one with an incredible view of Padar island. The boat staff was lovely and kept us comfortable throughout our stay. FYI there can be strong current at some sites in Komodo, so this is not an itinerary for freshly certified divers.
- Recommended for
- Diving, land excursions, dive guides
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- 10 Exceptional
- Kim S
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Sweden
Amazing experience! Really recommend!
Beautiful divesites, wholesome homey feeling on the boat. Flexible and easygoing crew and schedules. Clean, fresh and spacious.
- Recommended for
- Diving & Diveguides. Crew Service & Friendliness. Food & drinks.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Roman K
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Switzerland
Nice and weloming atmosphere.
I think, the whole trip was a highligt, diving was perfect and also the time outside the water was great. I fellt wery welcome on board and had a great time.
- Recommended for
- Best crew i ever had on a livaboard. Real delicious food. Very skilled diveguides.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Ralph S
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Austria
Everything we hoped it would be
Small and intimate boat but still enough space for everyone. We were only 10 (instead of 12) guests, which was nice. Crew was both nice and efficient, the cruise director Guillaume gave excellent briefings. Food was very good and plenty, with vegetarian options (but don't expect what they show on their commercial images). We felt very well looked after. Diving in central & south Raja Ampat was spectacular. Just keep in mind that Raja Laut is a wooden boat and the generators run 24h, so bring ear plugs if you are a light sleeper. Also, it would have been nice to see the boat under canvas, but we understand that this would mean longer travel times and less diving. Overall, we truely enjoyed ourselves, and highly recommend the boat.
- Recommended for
- Classy boat, great crew, spectacular diving
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- 9.2 Superb
- Christophe B
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France
Raja Ampa, magnificent dives
Marvelous Mantas
- Recommended for
- Quality of the boat, kindness and thoughtfulness of the crew, the
