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: Dive Insurance (175,000 IDR per day), Travel Insurance, Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Nitrox Course (2,835,900 IDR), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses (3,579,750 IDR).
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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- 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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- 10 Exceptional
- Silke W
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Switzerland
Wonderful diving holidays on a great boat with a brilliant crew
We were only 9 divers on board, a diving group consisted of 3 guests plus a guide. That was great. The whole crew was super friendly and the food great. We had freshly baked bread every morning.Besides the diving area, which was of course fantastic, it was an all-round relaxed and great trip.
- Recommended for
- Diving area. Boat / crew. Daily routine.
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- 10 Exceptional
- iouri M
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United States
Very good Trip, nice Crew command, professional Diving Instructors, so many friends around team
Perfect to meet new divers and old friends in team!Nice professional diving team, crew and kitchen!!!Very pleasant to come back at soon and see you team again!!!!High recommended this boat to diving adventure to Komodo Islands!!!!
- Recommended for
- All diving sites are amazing, prefer to come back at soon
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Katherine K
- United States
Marvelous diving, friendly and competent crew, pretty boat, and surprisingly good food!
Our nine-night itinerary allowed more diving and relaxation than typical seven-night trips. The boat schedule was good, with dives at 7:00, 11:00, and 15:00. We found many fantastic macro creatures during daytime dives, including pygmy seahorses, and both night dives were outstanding. A few dives had higher current, which challenged some on our boat, and the water was a bit colder in the southern part of Komodo National Park - we were happy to have brought 5 mm wetsuits in addition to our thinner ones. The two land adventures were fun, as were the mealtimes, including special steak night, burger lunch, and hot pot dinner. The best part was the super-friendly and competent crew, especially our dive guide Pablo and the hilarious cruise director Tony. It was absolutely worth it - highly recommended!
- Recommended for
- An amazing night dive, eating every meal family-style on deck, and the hilarious cruise director (Tony)
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Tung Anh H
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Vietnam
Fantastic trip with a great crew
We joined this liveaboard in May and had an unforgettable trip. The crew was absolutely wonderful — kind, attentive, and always making sure everyone was comfortable and well taken care of. The food was excellent, with fresh, delicious meals that somehow got better every day. The boat was clean, well-organized, and thoughtfully run, making life on board easy and relaxing. Our dive guide was a bit quiet at the beginning and didn’t point out much underwater — it seemed like he expected us to explore and find things on our own. But after we shared some feedback, he became much more engaging and started showing us more marine life, which really elevated the experience. The only small downside is that all cabins are below deck, so you do hear the engine when the boat is moving. But that’s part of the liveaboard experience and easily outweighed by everything else that made the trip so special. Overall, a fantastic adventure — great diving, great people, and memories we’ll never forget!
- Recommended for
- Crew. Food. Style.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Sherry W
- United States
A beautiful boat in a beautiful location
We visited a variety of sites, enjoying both macro life and pelagics like mantas and sharks. When we were in south Komodo, we were virtually alone; only one other dive boat was in the area. The reefs were so healthy with brilliant colors and abundant life. Our divemasters, Sophie and Flo, were wonderful hosts and guides. I enjoyed our shore excursions, hiking a tall peak for a great view and also seeing the Komodo dragons in the park. My week, we only had 7 divers out of the 12 possible, so we got very individualized service (and I had my own cabin!).
- Recommended for
- The reefs were in fantastic shape, our divemasters were fun and knowledgeable, and the boat was newly renovated.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Nicole Z
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China
A unique experience
Saw more than 15 mantas in Manta Alley in South Komodo. The sunset on the viewpoint was beautiful. Overall the trip was well planned. Apart from the amazing dives with Mantas, sharks, turtles, we also had a lot of fun on the land, visiting local village, Komodo dragons, sunset and thousands of bats.
- Recommended for
- Dive site, Mantas, sunset on view point
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- 9.2 Superb
- Fran G
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New Zealand
Great liveaboard, safe and professional crew.
A real liveaboard experience, diving was great and the crew were very professional.
- Recommended for
- The crew
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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
