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, WiFi internet.
Required Extras: National Park Fees (Rp2,000,000), Port Fees ($140).
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Private Dive Guide (Rp750,000 / day), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses ($30-190), Snorkeling Guide (Rp750,000 / day).
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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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- 9.2 Superb
- Eric David S
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Canada
Budget for thé price not the service
The Epica is a “budget” liveaboard only because of its price, it doesn’t show much on all the rest. Sure, the cabins are basic and you have to share the bathrooms but the diving, the service and the FOOD (omg how great it was) were all perfect for us. The crew, from dive guides to the person refilling our tanks and the dinghy driver and helper ( the very lovable Tandy)were so nice, always smiling and helpful in any way they could. It’s a tight ship but the space made the guests become part of the family and we never felt cramped. Our cruise director, Karin - also being one of the dive guide - was super organized, clear in the briefings and a mine of information about all things diving-related. We felt safe and extremely well looked after and had a great time. If you’re looking for a first liveaboard to explore just about the same dive sites as the fancier ones, the Epica is an excellent choice for Raja Ampat. Thanks to all the crew: Jarot, Paris, Aldi, Rahmat, Tandy, Anif, chef Endi and our guides: Karin,Pius and Fendi, you’re the best !
- Recommended for
- The crew on this liveaboard Is the loveliest there is. Smiles all around.. The diving was excellent and the dive guides at the top. Clear briefings too.. The chef Endy cooked up some great food onboard. Cake, guys, cake on a boat !.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Paula J
- 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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- 10 Exceptional
- Theodore O
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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.
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- Well organized and on schedule. Sites! Many of the "big ones" but some less-traveled as well. Food.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Lando E
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Germany
Amazing time in Raja Ampat
It was my first liveaboard and it was such a great experience. The dives were amazing and the crew was so friendly and always had a smile on their face, I enjoyed it so much. Food was amazing, too, everything was well planned and prepared, I can't recommend it more.
- Recommended for
- Corals. Crew. Diving.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Maik R
- Germany
Great time on Epica
I had a great tim on Epica Liveaboard… everything was good organized and the cruise director mad a fantastic job! He talked with the dive guides about the dive sides and always looked for safety and great dives! The food was fantastic thank you TaTa, the Girl with the loud voice 😊. The crew always helps us at revelry situation and was amazing friendly! The boot is a budget boot but have everything you need for having a great time! I liked the Jung guests how just want to have fun and great dives. Erroneous was happy and wi had a great time with Mantas, Sharks Nudies, Pygmy’s ….. I will come back!!!
- Recommended for
- Great Team. Amazing Dives. Very good organized.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Edward H
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United Kingdom
Amazing trip with world-class diving on a budget boat
Amazing trip with world-class diving on a budget boat
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- value for money. Quality and Diversity of diving. Friendly crew.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Geoffrey M
- United Kingdom
Amazing trip and so glad I booked onto Epica!
Diving amongst huge shoals of fishes, the pristine coral reefs and the astonishing biodiversity. The whole dive team and boat crew were superb too. Loved the little hike up to the viewpoint on Pyanemo island and the beach BBQ on the last night was a nice touch as well.
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- The dive guides, the boat crew and the fabulous diversity of marine life.
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- 9.2 Superb
- david T
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Australia
great budget option to see amazing Raja Ampat
great budget option. cabins above deck are nice and airy (with a/c if needed). Good common area upstairs. Local Papuan dive guides very experienced.
- Recommended for
- great group atmosphere with small bunk rooms encouraging everyone to spend time together in the common area rather than in their cabin. very experienced local Papuan guides. good boat leader trying hard to time dives so we had sites to ourselves rather than when multiple other boats visiting.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Saku S
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Finland
Simple, but great liveaboard boat with excellent crew!
I really enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere on the boat. Crew was amazing and other guests very friendly and nice. The boat is simple, but everything that one would need is there! Food is very good! Diving in Raja Ampat is amazing and with this liveaboard you get to dive at best dive sites!
- Recommended for
- Amazing diving, Excellent Crew, Superb diving!
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- 10 Exceptional
- Tom P
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Belgium
The perfect liveaboard for the price!
Everything
- Recommended for
- Very friendly crew (shout out to director Josh), great food and good schedule
