Gaya Baru Indah, Indonesia

Name: Raja Ampat South (Waisai - Waisai)
Start: 2027-04-11
End: 2027-04-20
Location: Indonesia

9.0 Superb

Nitrox available
Free Internet
Free Nitrox
Aircon Cabins

from $ 312 / day Check dates

“I did the 10 day tour through the South of Raja Ampat, and had an amazing time! ”
Velaire E, United States

Highlights

Traditional phinisi experience
Dive the top sites of Indonesia

The KLM Gaya Baru Indah is a traditional sailing phinisi offering liveaboard diving around Indonesia's 'Bird's Head Seascape', which includes Raja Ampat. She typically takes only 8 guests per cruise, providing a more personalized, intimate service. There are 4 cabins available: two double cabins and two twin cabins, each with air conditioning, a fan, and a reading light. There are 3 shared bathrooms on the upper deck, each with a freshwater shower, shampoo, soap, and a toilet.

There is ample room to relax and enjoy the stunning surroundings aboard the Gaya Baru Indah liveaboard. During the day, awnings are set up to provide shade from the hot tropical sun, and in the evening, they are drawn back to make way for stargazing. Three delicious meals per day, plus plenty of snacks, are prepared in a mix of Indonesian and Western cuisines. The Gaya Indah Baru has 13 crew members serving 8 passengers, ensuring someone is always available to help the valued guests enjoy their trip to the fullest.

Itineraries range from 7 to 12 days long, with night dives offered throughout the trip. Dive groups are kept small with no more than 4 divers per guide, so everyone gets the most out of every dive. Raja Ampat is quickly becoming known as one of the best places on earth to dive due to its exceptional biodiversity. Raja Ampat offers the chance to see rays, sharks, colorful coral reefs, and large schools of tropical fish, with whale sharks as the highlight of the cruise. The Gaya Baru Indah also visits Triton Bay and the Banda Sea, two more iconic dive areas with some of the best diving Indonesia has to offer. The shaded dive deck has ample space for individual gear storage and rinse tanks, and nitrox is complimentary for certified divers.

The Gaya Baru Indah is a fantastic budget option for a dive liveaboard to Raja Ampat, Triton Bay, the Banda Sea, and beyond. Book today.

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20 Nov

7 Days / 6 Nights

$ 2,190

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$ 3,150

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$ 3,350

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26 Apr

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Included: VAT, Environment Tax, Port Fees, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Nitrox, Land Excursions, Snorkel Gear, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, WiFi internet.

Required Extras: Fuel Surcharge ($20 / day), National Park Fees (Rp2,000,000 / trip).

Optional Extras: Gratuities, Airport Transfer ($50 / trip), Hotel Transfer, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Nitrox Course ($150), Rental Gear.

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Boat features

Free Internet
Aircon Cabins
Nearly 1:1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio
Seaview Cabins
Non-Smoking Rooms
Custom built for diving
Charging stations
Indoor Saloon
Library
Observation Deck
Available for Charter
Local & International Crew
Separate Rinse for u/w Camera
Leisure Deck

Food & Drinks

Fine Cuisine
Vegetarian Options
Beer available
Snacks All Day
Western Food
Local Food
Set Menu Dinner

If you have any specific dietary requirements whilst on-board your cruise, you can add this to your special requests on step 2 of the booking form. We advise limiting these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.

Diving

Nitrox available
Free Nitrox
Shaded Diving Area
DIN Adaptors
Rinse Hoses
Dive deck
Tenders for diving

Languages Spoken

The crew speaks English, German, Indonesian, and Korean.

Gear Rental

Equipment is available for rent on this boat. Please provide your rental needs on the booking form. If the rental gear is not included in the price, you will need to pay for it on board the boat. Show prices

Drawings & Vessel Layouts

Cabin Types

Boat Specifications

Year built: 2013

Year renovated: 2026

Length: 27m

Deck area: 23m

Beam: 5.3m

Top speed: 8 knots

Cruising speed: 7 knots

Engines: 1 x Mitsubushi 190 HP

Max guests: 8

Number of cabins: 4

Number of bathrooms: 3

Tenders: 2

Water capacity: 5000 liter/day

Fuel capacity: 3500 liter

Freshwater maker: yes

Boat navigation and safety

Radar
Depth Sounder
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
Emergency Rafts
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
Oxygen
First Aid Kits
Bilge pump alarm
Search light
Crew trained in first aid
Emergency flares

Gaya Baru Indah Reviews

9.0 Superb

Vessel

7.6
Crew

9.4
Food

9.6
Diving

9.0
Value

9.1

10 Exceptional
Geme L
United States

Fantastic overall experience
Awesome dive locations and great crew and the boat was so comfortable.
Recommended for
Tasty, fresh food. Great Dive Master - Otis. Crew - friendly and so helpful.
20 Sep, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
Velaire E
United States

Amazing Liveaboard experience in Raja
I did the 10 day tour through the South of Raja Ampat, and had an amazing time! The crew is so welcoming and friendly, the south seems to be the less traveled route due to the distance covered, and we were usually the only divers at the site, and our groups were small with 3 divers to a dive guide. On top of the diving, I loved the food, and they were able to easily accommodate the vegan members onboard with some very delicious meals! I will definitely book with them again if Im lucky enough to visit paradise twice and highly recommend them.
Recommended for
The dives, the crew, and the food were amazing!
03 May, 2024

10 Exceptional
Doris M
Canada

Fantastic dive experience in Raja Ampat!
Great diving with a small group!
Recommended for
Dive guides, crew in general, food
17 Feb, 2024

9.2 Superb
Vincent G
France

Super trip on the Beautiful New Style
The boot crew was more than pefect, always plaisont, smilling, helping..We were only 3 drivers, we had a lot of space on the bot and also underwater.Very nice dives globally.The cook was top, super food and local.So a very nice experience and cruise.
Recommended for
Boot screw top. Super local food. Only 3 drivers, a lot of space in common parts, top.
04 Apr, 2023

Translated from French

9.6 Exceptional
Jerry D
Australia

Excellent value and service
Wonderful crew, wonderful ship, incredible dive sites. Can't ask for much more from a liveaboard in Raja Ampat. High levels of safety and service both on deck and underwater, also Adi and Asman are incredible chefs!! Would recommend for any advanced+ diver and would choose the Gaya Baru Indah/Big Blue again.
Recommended for
Incredible dive site selection. Knowledgeable DMs and Instructors. Kind and hospitable crew.
01 Oct, 2024

8.0 Very good
Camille D
France

Very good stay on the Gaya Baru Indah
The atmosphere was great and the dives are among the most beautiful of my life with a lot of daubes and flora that I had never seen before
Recommended for
Manta rays. Atmosphere. Dive sites.
13 Jun, 2026

Translated from French

8.8 Fabulous
ESTEBAN W
Spain

Fantastic trip with great team and experienced guides.
Excellent trip in a place not spoiled by man. Travel with a lot of varied diving between wide angle and macro. Excellent food, with great emphasis placed on Indonesian cuisine.
Recommended for
The food was excellent, the friendly crew was fantastic, the diving was great.
24 Jan, 2023

Translated from Spanish

9.2 Superb
Maurin W
Switzerland

Amazing experience
We had a really nice 7 day trip in Raja Ampat. They crew is great, food amazing and the dives there are stunning. We also liked that some excursions are part of the program. Additionally, it's great that the owner Ralph is constantly on board and makes sure everything works as expected.
Recommended for
Very well organised. You can feel that the owner is dedicated to give you an amazing trip. Amazingly tasty food. Friendly crew.
28 Oct, 2024

8.4 Very good
Karim B
Canada

Trip of a lifetime!
Overall had an excellent trip that was well organized and planned. The crew was so friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. The diving was exceptional and was led by very professional guides. The food was very good and always enough to go around, though felt repetitive at times with rice being served at every meal.
Recommended for
Amazing crew and staff. Excellent diving guides and itinerary. Very well organized.
06 Feb, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
Mr. Martin
Germany

Professional and well organized diving trip
Underwaterworld (lots of different fish including wobbegang sharks, reef sharks, turtles, manta rays and very beautiful types of corals)
Recommended for
Diving, Food, Crew/Operator
01 Dec, 2022

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9.0 Superb
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9.2 Superb
Sandrine L
France

Very good enriching experience
A diving cruise with an amazing team. Everything was in place for a superb stay despite some night and day rains. A rich and diverse underwater life, accompanied by Otis, a passionate, professional dive master and an incredible 🤩 eye for macro The meals were very good, the team took care of them, the deckchairs on deck to rest between dives were comfortable. Very good experience
Recommended for
The friendliness of the crew. The passion of DM Otis. Outdoor spaces to relax.
27 May, 2025

8.8 Fabulous
Timothy F
United Kingdom

Feel of an exclusive cruise but on a small boat
Our 1 week trip had a great itinerary including some outstanding dive sites and three excellent land excursions. The boat was beautiful, with plenty of space for relaxing and for kitting up. The crew and Ralph, one of the owners, were always on hand to help. We weren’t always fortunate with the weather or dive visibility but it didn’t detract from the whole lovely Raja Ampat experience. Would definitely recommend this liveaboard.
Recommended for
Classic wooden boat, helpful and friendly crew who would do anything for you, the diving
01 Jul, 2024

7.6 Good
Lukas H
Switzerland

Fantastic Diving Week in Raja Ampat on Gaya Baru Indah
Diving was outstanding - healthy corals, big schools of fish, mantas, sharks, etc. Food was delicious and the crew really helpful and friendly. We had one snorkeler in our group and the effort to give her a great experience as well was not 100% - we experienced better tours when it comes to this.
Recommended for
Tauchgebiet. Crew. Gruppengrösse.
29 Mar, 2025

9.6 Exceptional
chenxi Y
China

Best liveaboard ever!!
The whole crew including the diving master are 10 people and the guest are only us 5 people. Every day is so well planned with best diving sites no people at all in the south of Misool and all the best food and afternoon desserts. All the crew are soooo welcoming and lovely with smile and happiness every day. The diving sites in the south are soooo quiet even no divers at all always only us and the sites itself are all very clear and all fish walls and colorful corals. We saw mantas, sharks, countless nudibranches, turtles, squids, octopus etc. And at very last few day we asked for a boat tour around the islands too, the boss said yes also. It was a very good cruise too around those islands. It was such a nice liveaboard experience!!
Recommended for
The whole crew are sooooo lovely, never tired of they sending us and welcoming us back from diving with all the enthusiam. The food on boat are the best Indonesian food for sure.. The diving sites we go are always only us underwater, seldom saw any other divers..
28 Feb, 2025

10 Exceptional
Mira S
Germany

Amazing time for divers
We thoroughly enjoyed our time on the Gaya, even though it was unfortunately too short. The trip was extremely well organized, the boat provided plenty of space for us, and both the food and the crew were absolutely excellent. Thanks to our dive instructors, we received outstanding care and support throughout the trip, and the dive sites we visited were truly world-class. Unfortunately, I developed appendicitis while we were on board, and we had to leave the boat earlier than planned. Ralf supported us incredibly well in this difficult situation and managed to organize a speedboat for us at very short notice, which brought us safely back to the mainland. When we arrived at the harbor, one of the crew members even picked us up, took us to the hospital, and helped us with the admission process. We were incredibly grateful for this support. We definitely want to repeat this unforgettable experience one day — hopefully next time without any interruptions! 😊
Recommended for
Crew. Service. Food.
05 Oct, 2026

8.8 Fabulous
Manuel R
Germany

Authentic tour through Misool, Koon and Banda
A very forthcoming operator with extremely nice staff. Made us feel at home right from the start.
Recommended for
Dive spots: Magic Mountain and Pulau Koon
18 Oct, 2022

9.2 Superb
Irene G
United States

Fantastic diving experience with tons of sea life
Amazing trip with professional divemasters and extremely kind and helpful crew. Well planned itinerary. Saw manta rays, wobbegongs, turtles, countless species of fish and coral.
Recommended for
Sea life, dive instruction, and crew
05 Dec, 2022

9.6 Exceptional
Linda Maja K
Switzerland

Unforgettable Liveaboard Experience in Raja Ampat
My time on Gaya Baru Indah was simply incredible. The diving was, without a doubt, the best I’ve ever experienced—stunning dive sites, well-planned dives, and small groups led by truly experienced dive masters. Each dive was long, immersive, and absolutely breathtaking. The food on board was another highlight—delicious, authentic Indonesian cuisine that I looked forward to at every meal. The crew was amazing, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that made the trip even more special. While the cabins and facilities are quite basic, the true luxury of this liveaboard is the exceptional diving and fantastic food. The boat itself is a beautiful, traditional Indonesian vessel that adds to the charm of the experience. A huge thank you to Ralf and his entire crew for making this an unforgettable adventure. As a solo traveler, I felt completely comfortable and well taken care of. If you're looking for an authentic and extraordinary diving trip in Raja Ampat, this is the perfect choice!
Recommended for
Diving. Food. Crew.
14 Feb, 2025

10 Exceptional
Sebastian S
Germany

the most beautiful and peaceful dive trip
I spent 7 days on the Gaya Baru Indah, diving in Raja Ampat. It was a fantastic experience. The boat had a lovely traditional charm, and the crew was incredibly friendly and helpful throughout the trip, always making sure we were comfortable. The food was absolutely delicious—fresh, flavorful, and plentiful, offering a variety of options to suit every taste. After each dive, there was nothing better than coming back to a yummy meal while enjoying the stunning views of the surrounding islands. The diving itself was amazing. The vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life made every dive memorable, with a wide range of sites to explore. The crew ensured everything went smoothly, making the whole experience safe and super enjoyable. The little traditions around leaving the boat to go diving and returning back always increased our already huge smiles and the vibe was heartwarmingly wholesome. Our trip was in September and the weather was perfect. Somehow we ended up having the boat to us, turning the already expected cozy max 8 divers to a private trip. Ralf told us a lot about Raja Ampat and we had pleasant and interesting talks about every topic imaginable. He managed the itinerary such that we hadn't any big overlaps with any other liveaboards and had most divesites completely to us. This not only meant more fish underwater and less distractions but it also allowed us to do everything in our own pace. A luxury you won't get on liveaboards with multiple times the cost. I'm glad we picked it over the few slighly cheaper options and I wouldn't pick any other boat over this one. Overall, it was such a beautiful and peaceful trip, and I'd highly recommend Big Blue/the Gaya Baru Indah for anyone looking for a liveaboard in Raja Ampat.
Recommended for
The beautiful dive sites. The private romantic boat. The incredibly good food and the wholesome crew.
06 Oct, 2024

10 Exceptional
Johannes H
Germany

Exceptional liveaboard with outstanding value for money
Experienced a fantastic and extraordinary liveaboard.The boat is spacious and yet designed for only 8 guests and therefore offers plenty of space to relax between dives and in the evening. The cabins are air-conditioned and offer enough space.The crew is very friendly and helpful. On our trip, there were 10 employees on board and thus an exceptional student-to-student ratio.The food is prepared by 2 chefs and is always rich, fresh, varied and very tasty.The dive guides have a lot of experience and knowledge of the individual dive sites, as well as a good eye to discover many different, even the smallest animals.The selected route and divesites are varied and offer versatile experiences and impressions of the beautiful Raja Ampat.In addition to the diving program, additional shore excursions were also offered.
Recommended for
Dive Sites & Guides. Organization. Crew & Catering.
14 Jan, 2025

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10 Exceptional
Annie K
Australia

Amazing experience
I had an amazing week aboard the Gaya Baru Indah. The crew were all so lovely and accommodating, the boat was comfortable and had everything we needed and the diving was spectacular!
Recommended for
The Crew, the food and the diving
10 Feb, 2024

8.4 Very good
Erik V
Germany

Great cruise through Raja Ampat
Funny, in most regions of indenesia you find rubber time - on the Gaya Baru Indah german time. Due to Ralf's (Cruise Director) timing nearly everything was not only planned but on time (on the minute). This gives a good structure for the whole trip. The cabins are small but sufficient. The space on board for the 7 days was very good and everybody could relax in between the dives. Most of the dives were super good, 2 out of 18 dives could have been better due to strong currents and therefore unsufficient planning. Plenty of food - and the crew was very helpfull. Not a luxurious boat but absolut sufficient. Everybody was using nitrox - very good. All over a great experience!
Recommended for
Organization. Boat/Space. Equipment.
10 Oct, 2025

8.8 Fabulous
Simon M
Australia

Great 7 day dive trip in Raja Ampat
This boat is good value for money and it’s facilities are as advertised, which is why we picked it. It’s not luxurious but the food is really good and I personally enjoyed the charm of how the boat was laid out and operated. The boat and dive operations are highly professional, safe and on time. German precision at its best. The boat only takes 8 guests total which made it an awesome intimate and personalised experience much preferred to going with 14+ guests.
Recommended for
Authentic sailing experience. Safe and professionally run. Amazing dive experiences.
14 Feb, 2025

9.6 Exceptional
Guido A
Australia

Amazing time with the Gaya Baru crew
I had a great time. We were only 7 divers sharing every meal, dives, and time off so we created a very nice atmosphere. The crew was very helpful and friendly, the food was great, and some of the dive sites were mind blowing. Everything was very well organised by Ralf.
Recommended for
Amazing crew. Small group, great to meet new people. Stunning dive sites.
17 Apr, 2025

9.2 Superb
James S
United Kingdom

Great value, good quality, intimate liveaboard.
Everything was run smoothly and efficiently, with only 8 guests onboard it fostered a great atmosphere onboard. The food was some of the best i've had on a liveaboard, its simple but complete and very tasty, catering to all dietary needs. The land excursion was an unexpected highlight and the diving was amazing. Unfortunately we didn't see any hammerheads but that is diving - we saw plenty of other life that compensated for this.
Recommended for
The food. The diving. The land excursion.
05 Nov, 2025

10 Exceptional
Nicola C
Italy

Stunning experience
I enjoyed Every single moment onboard and underwater, the crew is very helpful and knowledgeable about the marine life, food is good and the trip is well organized. Boat and cabins are comfortable and clean, many bathrooms and crew focused on your best stay. I would do it again!
Recommended for
Location, crew, organizations
08 May, 2024

8.4 Very good
Johanna W
Germany

Great safari at an affordable price
If you want luxury, this is not the place for you. Simple cabins, showers/toilets. In our cabin, the aircon didn't work, which wasn't bad because the generator is off at night and the aircon is therefore not operated. But you have small fans at the bedside that don't run through the generator, which are perfectly sufficient.The crew was amazing! Just like the food, varied and delicious!
Recommended for
Diving, Friendliness of the crew, Manta rays
17 Feb, 2024

8.8 Fabulous
Sophie N
Switzerland

Great boat for a good price
This liveaboard was just great. The food was very good, the crew really nice and the diving in Raja Ampat, wow! The boat is great in my opinion, but it might lack comfort for some people (only 2 bathrooms and cabins quite hot at times). But if you’re used to staying in hostels it’s just fine!
Recommended for
Amazing crew. Great diving. Good atmosphere.
19 Feb, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
Alex W
United States

Gays Baru Indah was an awesome experience
The trip was amazing. Raja Ampat definitely lived up to the hype.
Recommended for
Dives themselves were amazing. Friendly people and good vibes. Food was tasty.
29 Nov, 2024

8.8 Fabulous
Guillermo G
Spain

Completely biodiversity view!!
Amazing trip with local divemasters!! Full of corals and micro live. You'll se the pigeons sea horses, lot of different nudibranch, sharks, turtles... Really completely trip for the best enjoy!!
Recommended for
Dives. Helpfull. Food.
24 Sep, 2024