Ikan Biru Liveaboard, Indonesia

Name: Best of Komodo
Start: 2026-11-14
End: 2026-11-17
Location: Indonesia

9.6 Exceptional

Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers

from $ 183 / day Check dates

“Exceptional diving guides, funny and helpful. ”
Simon P, Italy

Highlights

Advanced Open Water course on board
Dive gear included

The Ikan Biru can house up to 8 guests. The boat has two guest bathrooms with hot freshwater showers below deck. The onboard chef serves freshly baked bread every morning, which he makes in the fully stocked kitchen. Upon request, the Ikan Biru can cater to specific dietary requests. The spacious upper deck is the perfect place to relax between dives in the daytime. In the evening, it is set up as a comfortable dining area. At night, the comfortable mattresses and bedding make it the perfect spot for guests to keep cool while sleeping under the stars, dreaming of all the incredible wildlife they’ve seen.

Thanks to its one-of-a-kind “hop-on, hop-off” concept, you can board the Ikan Biru for 3-12 nights, allowing you to explore the region as you see fit. Two dayboats are ready to take you to land when you wish to disembark. The Ikan Biru only accepts Advanced Open Water divers, or you can get your AOW certification and other diving courses on board. While aboard the Ikan Biru, you can dive three times a day, sometimes more. This lets you visit the best sites, such as Manta Point and The Cauldron.

Book your next dive trip to Komodo aboard the Ikan Biru.

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13 Sep

4 Days / 3 Nights

$ 733

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19 Sep

4 Days / 3 Nights

$ 733

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23 Sep

4 Days / 3 Nights

$ 733

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27 Sep

4 Days / 3 Nights

$ 733

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03 Oct

4 Days / 3 Nights

$ 733

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07 Oct

4 Days / 3 Nights

$ 733

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11 Oct

4 Days / 3 Nights

$ 733

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17 Oct

4 Days / 3 Nights

$ 733

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21 Oct

4 Days / 3 Nights

$ 733

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25 Oct

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$ 733

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31 Oct

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$ 733

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04 Nov

4 Days / 3 Nights

$ 733

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Included: VAT, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Rental Gear, Land Excursions, Snorkel Gear, Snorkeling Guide, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels.

Required Extras: Environment Tax (Rp100,000 / day), Fuel Surcharge (Rp200,000 / day), National Park Fees (Rp300,000 / day), Park and Port Fees (Rp300,000 / day).

Optional Extras: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages.

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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Boat features

Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers
Sun Deck
Camera Station
Nearly 1:1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio
Custom built for diving
Charging stations
Outdoor Dining
Local & International Crew
Separate Rinse for u/w Camera
Leisure Deck

Food & Drinks

Al Fresco Dining
Vegetarian Options
Beer available
Snacks All Day
Buffet style
Local Food

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

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

Languages Spoken

The crew speaks English and French.

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

Cabin Types

Boat Specifications

Year built: 2001

Year renovated: 2021

Length: 17 meters

Engines: 39 GT

Max guests: 8

Number of cabins: 1

Number of bathrooms: 2

Tenders: 1

Water capacity: 5000 liters

Boat navigation and safety

GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
Emergency Rafts
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
Oxygen
First Aid Kits
Engine room CCTV
Crew trained in first aid

Ikan Biru Reviews

9.6 Exceptional

Vessel

9.1
Crew

9.8
Food

9.8
Diving

9.7
Value

9.7

10 Exceptional
Thomas S
Australia

You can survive without a cabin for 3 nights
I was a bit dubious about not having a cabin but it works quite well for a trip of this duration. The upstairs area is a large living area between 8 people during the day and at night it becomes the bedroom. Because there are no cabins, the generator goes off at 10pm and it's actually so peaceful and quiet on the water with the generator off. I would highly recommend the Ikan Biru to solo travellers and families alike.
Recommended for
The open living space during the day. The pace and organisation of the diving. The excellent food.
16 Aug, 2026

10 Exceptional
Jacqueline B
Australia

Best liveaboard in the Komodo area !
This was honestly the best thing I did in my whole 3 month around SeA. AK was the most amazing guide and always prioritised safety on every dive. The food was exceptional and the crew were so lovely and welcoming.
Recommended for
AK- best dive guide ever !. Food was unreal and so much, definitely won’t go hungry. The diving itself was world class, saw so much marine life it.
27 May, 2026

10 Exceptional
Maxime U
United States

Excellent Experience
Everything was ideal, comfortable sleeping, amazing diving. Food was soooo good, better than on land. The guides were great, AK is truly the best. Super chill vibe, couldn't ask for anything more!
Recommended for
Amazing Guides. Comfortable Sleeping. Great Food.
29 Apr, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
Alexandre S
France

Superb experience!
Superb experience! There are no cabins on this boat, everyone sleeps on the upper deck: it's much more comfortable than a cabin and you have air. Everything was well organized and clean. Thank you to the whole team and especially to AK!
Recommended for
Career. Staff. Boat.
15 Aug, 2026

Translated from French

10 Exceptional
Ashley T
United States

Amazing experience with fantastic dive guides AK and Afhend, lovely crew, and cozy facilities!
We were so well taken care of by the dive guides AK and Afhend, as well as the crew members! They were not just super knowledgeable and experienced, but also really fun and friendly. The dive sites were gorgeous, briefings were thorough, logistics were well-organised, and food was delicious and abundant. It was comfortable and a cool experience to sleep in the open air. I liked that the group size was capped at 8 guests with an advanced certification required, so relatively small group with similar diving levels. 100% recommend!!
Recommended for
Very friendly, helpful, and fun dive guides and crew. Small group size. Delicious food.
02 Jun, 2026

10 Exceptional
Haley W
United States

Best dive trip ever
This is a great crew and really fun boat. The sleeping up on the top deck in the open air is so nice and peaceful, and not stuffy like inside a cabin. The food was spectacular every day, you will not be hungry. And the diving is some of the best I’ve ever done in my life. Incredible, healthy, diverse, and dense reefs with soooo much life. I would love to come back on the boat. One of the best things was AK, the dive supervisor, guide, and leader on the boat. She is an amazing person and made the trip even better. Highly recommend Ikan Biru!
Recommended for
AK is an amazing person and guide!. The food is INCREDIBLE. Best diving ever.
17 May, 2026

10 Exceptional
Tejasvi R
India

Great trip with really great dive guides
Amazing dive sites with really beautiful and healthy coral reefs. The dive guide was really great at helping us navigate the dive sites and the currents and conditions. The liveaboard had the most amazing food and the crew was lovely and constantly taking care of us. Had a brilliant trip!
Recommended for
The dive guides, the food and the dive locations
03 Dec, 2023

9.2 Superb
Tania P
Spain

Peace and tranquility in paradise.
An unbeatable experience, with the best atmosphere in an incredible area. Very good and friendly dive guides (Aplonia and Allen).
Recommended for
The diving is amazing, beautiful.. The atmosphere is unbeatable, very good vibrations.. The food is very good and plentiful. Very good cleaning..
07 Jul, 2026

Translated from Spanish

10 Exceptional
Julian K
Switzerland

Better diving in Komodo doesn't get better than this
The staff was super friendly, the dive sites were great, you can meet new people super easily. Sleeping on the deck is perfect, because a fresh wind cools down nicely.Overall, highly recommended🤙
Recommended for
Sleeping on the deck, Motivated people on the ship, Top dive sites of Komodo
15 Jun, 2024

Translated from German

9.6 Exceptional
Valerian J
Austria

great time
Absolutely perfect and professional!
Recommended for
Underwater. Guides. Food.
04 Aug, 2025

81 reviews

9.6 Exceptional
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10 Exceptional
Zeyu C
China

Unforgettable experience
Amazing trip, I would recommend it
Recommended for
Food. People and the crew. Diving.
05 Jun, 2025

10 Exceptional
Daniel B
Germany

Amazing trip with Ikan Biru
We had 4 wonderful days on the Ikan Biru. The trip was very well organized and left nothing to be desired. The dives and dive sites were great. The crew served unbelievably good food and the service was also excellent. The guides also did a great job.
Recommended for
Diving, food and everything
11 May, 2024

10 Exceptional
Anne H
Germany

Go, if you have the chance! Great experiance!
I had a great time in Ikan Biru! The food is really good. The staff is also very caring. After every dive they serve tea or coffee and either a meal or a fresh baked snack (brownies etc.)! The dive guides are very kind and they do a very good dive briefing before every dive. Sleeping on the deck is very comfortable. We saw all kinds of fish, sharks, octopus, turtles, mantra rays and even dolphins swimming next to our boat. Very much recommend this trip
Recommended for
The Food. The Staff. The Dives.
05 Aug, 2024

10 Exceptional
Renee S
Australia

Magical experience, friendly staff, knowledgeable guides, and great value.
All the colour and diversity of the corals and fish and other animals on the reefs. Turtles and mantas!! And just the beautiful landscape of the islands all around is breathtaking!!
Recommended for
The dive guides take you to amazing sites and spot so many things to see that I would have missed. The staff take care of everything, the gear, the food, setting up beds. Sleeping on the top deck is an added bonus, very comfortable space with the stars above (there is a roof, don't worry), and sea breeze, while nice and cosy in bed, and because there is no need for air conditioned cabin, the engine can turn off at night so you can listen to the water.
23 Apr, 2024

10 Exceptional
Marion
France

Unforgettable immersion in the heart of Komodo
We had an exceptional experience aboard the Ikan Biru, four days of diving and sharing that will remain engraved in our memories. Each site explored offered us its share of wonders: the majestic mantas of Mawan welcomed us in their graceful ballet, while the Komodo current in Siaba Kecil offered us an unparalleled adrenaline rush. The Cauldron, on the other hand, was a dive as spectacular as it was formative, a real learning ground for lovers of the current.The multicolored corals, the sharks present on almost every dive, and the richness of underwater life made each descent an adventure. Ricky, always taking care after each dive, was able to make the experience even more comfortable and reassuring. And our group... What a great energy! Everyone contributed to making each moment a precious moment, between mutual aid, smiles and shared wonder.A huge thank you to the whole team for this magical interlude. The Ikan Biru is not just a boat: it is a floating cocoon where passion, professionalism and conviviality are mixed. See you soon for new bubbles!
Recommended for
Dive sites. The crew. Meals/snacks/snacks.
13 Oct, 2025

10 Exceptional
David S
Canada

Expect to have the time of your life on this liveaboard
An unforgettable experience which I would do again in a heartbeat. Don't be put off by the common sleeping quarters. The upper deck has more than ample space for the number of guests onboard. When they set up the mattresses and bedding at night, I guarantee that you will have as good a quality of sleep, if not better, than if you were sleeping inside a cabin. You will be well fed (if not overfed). The ship crew, consisting of a cook, his assistant, a boat engineer/carpenter, a master of navigation, a tender boat operator and a bosun, are all cool people and do their utmost to give you the best experience possible. As for the main reason for going on a liveaboard, the diving is some of the most spectacular you will ever do. Ikan Biru will cover all of the top dive sites in the national park's north and central regions over the 4 days. The dive guides are open to specific requests if within their means...while it wasn't on the original trip plan, I made the request at the beginning of the tour to dive at Tatawa Kecil and the request was granted the following day. An entertaining dynamic between the duo of French and British dive guides, but clearly a good working partnership between two people who take their jobs seriously. Their in-depth knowledge of the local tidal conditions means you will reach dive sites at the best times and when sea conditions are most favourable, and in most cases when nobody else is there! One of the trip's memorable moments came while filling in my logbook in the kitchen quarters at night, listening to the two guides seated next to me planning the itinerary for the following day, and hearing them discuss tides and currents as if it were science.
Recommended for
The selection of dive sites and good planning that went into timing each dive. Excellent knowledge of local tidal conditions. Staff were all cool people.
26 Aug, 2025

9.6 Exceptional
Jana B
Switzerland

Best days ever! Must do!
Our stay on Ikan Biru was some of the best things we have ever experienced! We loved every second of it. From how extremely well looked after we got from the whole crew to the amazing dives we were able to experience with our guides! We absolutely loved how the boat offered everything we needed and still we lived a very simple, slowing down life. It was the perfect start to our honeymoon. We have been relaxed ever since we set foot on our beloved boat and wish for everybody to experience it themself!
Recommended for
how the crew took care of us. dive guides. route and dive sites.
21 Sep, 2025

10 Exceptional
Daniella L
United States

Amazing trip!
Excellent trip. This was my first liveaboard and had an incredible time. AK and Athend were great dive guides. The briefings made sure we were prepared for the currents. I really trusted the team and had so much fun. Great vibes on the boat too!! Very social since you’re all eating sleeping and diving together all day.
Recommended for
Excellent crew + dive guides. Open air sleeping on the deck was really nice. Yummy food and drinks.
08 Jun, 2026

8.0 Very good
Nestor M
Spain

Short but very complete!
A very complete diving trip, I had some doubts about sleeping outdoors with others, but it was great!
Recommended for
The dive sites. The attention of the crew. The visit to the Komodo dragons.
06 Jun, 2026

10 Exceptional
Peter M
United Kingdom

The best thing I've ever done, don't waste money on a boat twice as expensive
The crew are amazing, so helpful, brilliant cook and good coffee. Our guides were so knowledgeable and able to cater to everyone's ability and deliver the best diving I've ever experienced. If your apprehensive about the sleeping on deck don't be it's such a good vibe, (it rained and was fine) we had people from 20-60+ all enjoyed every moment. Wake up and watch dolphins passing by with your coffee dive one of the best sites in your life before breakfast. Eat amazing food and dive some more .Then swim under the milky way with bioluminescence all around you. What more do you want?
Recommended for
Incredible diving. Amazing crew and food. Brilliant group vibes, not shut away in cabins,sleeping under the stars.
22 Nov, 2025

10 Exceptional
Anonymous
Australia

SPECTACULAR
We had the most amazing time aboard the Ikan Biru!!! The dives were breathtaking, with a perfect mix of relaxing and adventurous dives, we were given star treatment the whole time. Josh made sure we were never hungry with endless mouth watering food after every single dive! Everything was clean, we didn’t even have to lift a finger. And hot water showers made us feel like we were living in true luxury! Massive thank you to our fabulous guide Pau who had a great eye for macro, and so much knowledge on marine life! Also Chris our cruise director that knew Komodo like the back of his hand! All the staff kept the trip fun, safe and unforgettable and we will definitely be back!
Recommended for
Such accomodating and knowledgeable staff, fabulous diving, delicious food!
21 Jun, 2024

10 Exceptional
Merel V
Belgium

Pure happiness on the boat, big thanks to Aplonia, Afhen and the rest of the crew!
I loved our crew, they took such good care of us and made the perfect team. Komodo national park is stunning, so beautiful. The activities were perfectly balanced, active but also time to chill and enjoy. Such a great atmosphere on the boat, I loved every second of it.
Recommended for
The crew & dive guides Aplonia and Afhen were amazing. The food was delicious and the boat is so comfortable with a cozy deck.. The dive sites were incredible, the dive pros adapted the schedule very well to the currents and conditions..
15 Apr, 2026

10 Exceptional
Matthew A
New Zealand

Amazing experience, truly was best of komodo!
Fantastic experience! Everything was exceptional.
Recommended for
Amazing dive sites (dolphins, mantas and turtles). Amazing crew. Amazing food and vibes.
03 Sep, 2025

8.4 Very good
nathalie K
France

A magnificent cruise, superb dives and nice to sleep on the deck of the boat, only happiness
Magnificent dives Harold our French-speaking dive guide put us at ease and knew the sites thanks to him.
Recommended for
Harold the great dive guide. Sleeping on deck positive experience. The quality of the dives offered.
14 Sep, 2024

10 Exceptional
Robert L
Australia

An breathtaking experience on board Ikan Biru! You won't regret the trip!
I had a truly awesome time on the Ilan Biru liveaboard. Our dive instructors (Harold and Joe were amazing! The diving itself was incredible, we saw manta rays, tons of sharks, eels, turtles, mantis shrimp and plenty of other cool stuff. The boat itself is cosy by very comfortable and the food was amazing. The cost of the boat was very good value for what we received
Recommended for
Harold was an awesome dive instructor. Very relaxed and keen to ensure everyone has a good time. The staff were all super friendly and helpful. Particular shoutout to the chef for the amazing food. The diving was incredible and the whole trip was great value for money.
12 Aug, 2024

8.0 Very good
António C
Portugal

Amazing diving, food and atmosphere.
AK, Aphen and the rest of the crew were amazing. It's a small boat limited to 8 guests, which we found very nice and intimate. You sleep on the deck and not in an individual cabin, which, if you don't mind sleeping in an open space with other guests, is really nice and peaceful. The bed was really confortable. Food was amazing! The diving was the best we ever had. Beautiful corals, a lot of action and the currents were really fun!
Recommended for
Diving sites. Only 8 guests, atmosphere and sliping on the deck. Very good food.
13 Jun, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
Olivia A
France

Cruise to be done again with pleasure
A great stay with dive sites full of life and very healthy corals. The concept of sleeping all together on deck selects, I think, the divers and it was a pleasure to meet the other travelers. Even though there is no individual cabin, the boat is well designed and the small number of participants makes everyone feel good. The supervision and accompaniment by Harold (French in Indonesia for 7 years) on the boat and in diving was really a pleasure. The only downside is the language barrier with some members of the team at the club before starting the cruise to prepare the equipment. Hardware that is in a decent condition. If necessary during the cruise, the crew manages repairs/replacements very well.
Recommended for
Unforgettable dives. Friendliness and the state of mind of the co-divers on the boat with the shared upper deck. Accompaniment by Harold.
02 Jun, 2025

10 Exceptional
Alex P
United States

Highlight of our trip!
I would recommend this trip to anybody! We went for 4 days during our honeymoon and it was easily the highlight of our whole trip! We did some of the best diving of my life, met incredible people, and lived on a pirate ship. I don’t know what else you could ask for. The diving was absolutely stunning, and the dive master elevated the experience by showing us all the cool spots and helped improve our skills as divers with little experience. The first few dives were very easy going, and then got progressively more thrilling, capping it off with “The Cauldron” where we go to glide through a beautiful array of fish and coral like a roller coaster.
Recommended for
The diving. The ship. The food.
11 Oct, 2024

9.6 Exceptional
Simon P
Italy

Awesome
It was really an awesome adventure and really great diving. Exceptional diving guides, funny and helpful. Overall a great experience would always
Recommended for
Harold the diveguide. Diving spots. Underwaterworld.
15 Jul, 2025

9.6 Exceptional
Kim N
Germany

Great liveaboard option when you're on a budget
I had an absolutely amazing experience on Ikan Biru. All the staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful. The boat is a basic budget option, nothing fancy, but it was still a totally nice ship, well maintained and comfy. Of course you don't get a/c and much privacy, but it's not geared towards that crowd. We had plenty of space on the ship, the food was great and the diving was a lot of fun. I just wished that our DM pointed out a little more stuff, especially of the smaller kind. I'm able to see the sharks, rays and turtles myself, but I don't know where all the macro is, if I'm not familiar with the dive sites. Other than that it was a perfect trip. I can totally recommend to book with these guys!
Recommended for
The sleeping on deck. The food. The good vibes on board.
06 Apr, 2025

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