Emperor Raja Laut, Indonesia
9.3 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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- 9.3 Superb
- Vessel 9.1
- Crew 9.2
- Food 9.7
- Diving 9.6
- 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
- Thomas C
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Switzerland
Extraordinary, you just want to never leave!
The entire team on board is very caring. The meals are excellent, the atmosphere with the team is excellent.The dive guides go above and beyond to find the best spots in maximum safety.The boat is beautiful, the cabins very well laid out and air-conditioned!The icing on the boat, there is wifi!
- Recommended for
- A fantastic and caring team. Wonderful dives. Excellent trekking.
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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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- 10 Exceptional
- Silke W
- 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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- 9.2 Superb
- Roger H
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Netherlands
Amazing diving, amazingcrew, higly recommended!
Our liveaboard to Misool and Central Raja Ampat was just wonderful. The abundance of fish, the healthy corals, and some of the 'big' attractions made the diving absolutely stand out. Add to that the great and fun group we had on board and the absolutely amazing, happy-energy crew, and this has just become a trip to remember. Furthermore, we loved the safety standards on board and we felt that the crew was in control of everything, including safety, throughout the whole trip (enabling us to have fun and not worry). Thank you Raja Laut and the amazing crew for an unforgettable trip!
- Recommended for
- Central and South Raja Ampat are amazing diving. The crew is amazing; such happy energy. Overall sense of safety and an in-control crew.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Laura S
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United Kingdom
Brilliant trip
I had a wonderful stay on the Raja Laut, the diving, the staff, the boat, all were excellent
- Recommended for
- The staff and crew were so welcoming. The dive guides knowledge and ability to handle different divers experiences. Comfort of the boat.
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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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- 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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- 9.2 Superb
- Michal D
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Czech Republic
Best of Raja Ampat Mar. 2025
Maybe not my top-luxury liveboard experience but probaly one of my most exciting, most interesting and most memorable one. Abslutely great value for money
- Recommended for
- Boat crew - friendly, funny, always helpful but still 100% professionals with top-expertise in local diving. Quite clever selection of dive locations to cover best of available in region. Land excursions to see a bit from top-side too.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Massimo P
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Italy
The best thing you can do
Wonderful diving with a great boat
- Recommended for
- Locality. Crew. Quality of life on board.
