Epica, Indonesia
9.2 Superb - Aircon Cabins
- Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
“The crew is incredible: a mix of experienced western and local dive instructors. ”
Highlights
The Epica liveaboard offers a budget-friendly way to explore Raja Ampat. She is simple but comfortable, catering to 12 guests in 6 basic twin cabins. Cabins are above deck to catch the ocean breeze and share 2 bathrooms with fresh-water showers. Meals are freshly prepared, offer a mix of local and international cuisine, and are served 'family-style' on the upper deck. The large upper deck is also kitted out with hammocks and bean bags, making it a great place to relax between dives and enjoy the incredible sunset at the end of the day.
Groups are kept to a maximum of 4 divers per guide and split according to experience levels so everyone can make the most of their diving. Enjoy the rich, diverse underwater world with a chance to see amazing marine life, from cool critters to large pelagic life such as manta rays and various species of sharks. You will also have the chance to visit one of the famous panoramic viewpoints in Raja Ampat. The trips on Epica are designed to make the most out of your experience in Raja Ampat when traveling on a budget.
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Included: VAT, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Land Excursions, Cabin Towels.
Required Extras: Environment Tax, National Park Fees (1,700,000 IDR), Port Fees (100 USD).
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Local Transfers, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses (30-190 USD), Snorkeling Guide.
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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Cabin Types
Epica Reviews
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- 9.2 Superb
- Vessel 7.8
- Crew 9.3
- Food 9.8
- Diving 9.7
- Value 9.3
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Paula J
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Canada
Worth every penny!
The diving was incredible. The food was delicious. An excellent dive, eat, sleep, repeat experience. The two shore excursions were absolutely lovely. Manta cleaning stations. Amazing coral. Fish doing fish stuff in multitudes. Can't ask for much more.
- Recommended for
- Experienced guides & crew. Quality food. Quality of dive briefings.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Denis G
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Germany
A week in paradise
We stayed at Epica for a week.The personal highlight was the dive site "Melissas Garden".A great variety of fish and great intact reefs.We were more than satisfied with the professional crew and with Karin as our guide!She found even the smallest seahorses and thus fulfilled a dream of my friend to see them in the water.
- Recommended for
- The professional crew, especially Karin our guide. The dive sites with the intact reefs. The food on board.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Rivkah J
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United States
MAGIC!!!
The boat was very well organized and comfortable. The atmosphere was great and crew was friendly and professional. Food was great. The dive sites were above and beyond my imagination. Definitely one of the best experiences I've ever had!!! Highly recommended!!
- Recommended for
- Crew, food, comfort
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- chris C
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Australia
Amazing
The diving in raja ampat is amazing, so much life and variety of species to see. The dive and boat crew were fantastic, went above and beyond to look after all the divers. The amount of work they all put in was seriously impressive. My Seven days on the Epica was filled with moments of laughter, and a relaxing vibe. Thanks to all involved for a memorable trip.
- Recommended for
- Exellent dive masters and boat crew, fantastic food
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- 10 Exceptional
- Sofía B
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Uruguay
The best trip
The diving spots I enjoyed the most were chicken reef and Melissa’s garden, was absolutely magical. What made the trip so amazing was the good vibes from the manager and the kind hearts of the crew ❤️
- Recommended for
- The diving, the crew and the experience
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- 10 Exceptional
- Theodore O
- United States
Good for snorkelers as well
Excellent trip. I went as a snorkeler not a diver but also had a great experience. Brad and Rikson always arranged a good drop point or different approach for dive sites for me. Boat driver, Donny, was attentive and kept track of my location as well as the divers even if they were a bit different. Very safe. Side excursions added a lot.The crew were great.
- Recommended for
- Well organized and on schedule. Sites! Many of the "big ones" but some less-traveled as well. Food.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Justin G
- Canada
HUGE Manta Rays
Absolutely incredible Melanistic Manta Ray sightings. I highly recommend the Epica.
- Recommended for
- The nature. The instructors. The staff.
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- 10 Exceptional
- katie P
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United Kingdom
Amazing week on the Epica
Every day was a highlight, sardine reef was the best dive and so exciting to do a night dive for the first time!
- Recommended for
- The diverse marine life, the staff on the Epica and the food! a
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- 9.2 Superb
- Femke F
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Netherlands
Fantastic trip
It was 9 fantastic days at the Epica! From the start there was immediately a warm welcome by the crew! Everything was clearly explained and before each dive there was a good briefing by the cruise director Brad. The loft on the boat was great, and the trips in between were super beautiful. You won't be short of anything on the Epica, I would do it again in a heartbeat!
- Recommended for
- Good food!. Helpful crew. Fantastic guide.
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- 9.2 Superb
- bryan A
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Spain
The best dives!
Highly recommended epic, if you are not very demanding with luxuries and comforts, it has the basics but what is really important are the dives and they were incredible I recommend going a day before and staying in the center of scuba republic because if you arrive on the day the ferry starts it may be delayed and you have to get the cards and permits... This way you will leave as soon as possible, you are picked up at the port of Waisai on arrival, dinner and breakfast are included. There are more luxurious and more expensive boats, it depends on what you want, but honestly, in terms of value for money, epic has been a great success.
- Recommended for
- The crew. The food. The guides.
