Malaillo Liveaboard, Indonesia
9.2 Superb - Nitrox available
- Free Nitrox
- En-Suite bathrooms
“Beautiful dive cruise with attention to people by the whole crew. Very good guides and thrilling dives Clean and well-kept boat. V…”
Highlights
Malaillo is a 45-meter (147-foot) phinisi liveaboard accommodating 14 guests across 7 cabins: 3 doubles and 4 twins, all with private en-suite bathrooms, and individually controlled air conditioning. Spread across 3 decks, the cabins offer ample natural light and sea views, with the master suite on the upper deck. Guests can relax in various social spaces, including a cozy indoor lounge, open-air dining areas, and a large sun deck perfect for soaking up the Indonesian sunshine.
Divers benefit from a dedicated dive deck with personal gear stations, refillable tanks, and easy access to dive tenders. There is also a fully equipped, air-conditioned camera room for preparing underwater photography. Between dives, guests enjoy delicious cuisine served in indoor or al fresco dining areas, and unwind on the hammock deck, in the bow’s chill-out zone, or on a sun lounger with a drink in hand.
The Malaillo offers curated itineraries across Indonesia's legendary dive regions, from the manta-filled waters of Komodo to the macro wonderland of Alor, the remote Banda Sea, and the biodiversity hotspot of Raja Ampat. Trips range from 7 to 13 days with up to 33 dives, and often include land excursions such as cultural encounters in Alor or hikes to stunning viewpoints. Expect encounters with hammerhead sharks, manta rays, sea snakes, reef sharks, and even blue whales—plus unforgettable reefscapes, volcanic islands, and rich local heritage above and below the surface.
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Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Night Dives, Nitrox, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Snorkeling Guide, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels.
Required Extras: Fuel Surcharge ($120-300 / trip), National Park Fees ($80-185 / trip), Port Fees ($80-110 / trip).
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear ($65 / day), Snorkel Gear ($19 / day), Laundry / Pressing Services ($3-5 / item), WiFi internet ($16).
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Malaillo Reviews
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- 9.2 Superb
- 19 Verified Reviews Only people who have booked through LiveAboard.com and joined the trip can write a review.
- Vessel 8.9
- Crew 9.1
- Food 9.9
- Diving 9.5
- Value 8.8
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Ann-Sophie H
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Germany
An indescribable journey - I'll be back!
The boat is big and the cabins are very clean. Due to the small number of people, it runs very well. The food was also delicious and individual needs were also catered for.The crew is really great - always courteous. Everything was really taken from us.When diving alone, we only had to put on and take off our suits.I took my own equipment with me, but the rental equipment made a good impression. The dives were indescribable. Quite demanding, too. I had little experience with currents before, but our guide Adam took great care of me and I felt safe at all times (there are also GPS transmitters for emergencies). The dives are also individually adapted, i.e. there was always an alternative diving route in strong currents, which was a little more protected.The Komodo route is really great, sometimes we were the only liveaboard in some places (especially in the south).I thought it was great that there are a maximum of 14 guests on board, which made everything very individual.As already written, the crew was really great. They made this trip unforgettable. I will definitely recommend this boat in my private environment and will come back for a different route.Makasi!! 🤿
- Recommended for
- The dives. The crew. The boat.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Philipp H
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Italy
Malaillo is a ship that can only inspire every diver.
The wooden ship is a dream, the team keeps the boat in good shape. Diving caters to the needs of the guests. You feel fully cared for all around. Fantastic the drinks after each dive, the food wonderful. Hot chocolate after every night dive, what more could you want. The whole team on board treats every guest with friendliness and after a short time on board you feel like you have arrived in a family. Nature and the environment are looked at, no plastic on board. Just perfect. Anytime again Malaillo!!
- Recommended for
- Dive sites thoughtfully chosen. Service and friendliness. Atmosphere on board.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Paolo G
- Italy
Enthusiastic
Beautiful dive cruise with attention to people by the whole crew. Very good guides and thrilling dives Clean and well-kept boat. Very good food
- Recommended for
- The crew. Organization. Attention to detail.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Madeleine C
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Singapore
Banda Sea Ring of Fire Diving with Sea snakes, Schooling hammerheads & pristine coral reefs full of fish
The warmth, care & professionalism of the crew on Malaillo was impressive. They even packed me to go lunch sandwiches when leaving the ship in Ambon to fly home ! Was thrilled and very lucky, happy to do the Banda Sea Ring of Fire itinerary with them. They got us safely to all destinations on this epic trip and we spotted schooling hammerheads, sea snakes hunting with Trevally, schools of chevron barracuda, midnight snappers, ubiquitous butterfly fish and red tooth trigger fish everywhere, huge eels, pygmy seahorses, banded sea kraits, dolphins swam beside us at times, the coral reefs at certain dive sites were truly extraordinary & spectacular. My regulator had a malfunction and they fixed it up for me with parts they had because safety & comfort was a priority on their dive deck. Their rental equipment and wetsuits are in very good condition. My Assigned DM also gave me some tips regarding better deployment for my SMB and by the end of the trip I had more confidence with improved technique. Dive Tender boat drivers were really on point for this trip. Food was delicious with lots of guests going for second helpings and I really appreciated my early bedtime and no loud obnoxiousness after 9p so we got lots of rest and good sleep in nicely cooled sleeping areas. Nitrox fills were consistent and free ! They were really sweet & accommodating of everybody. I love manageable current and drift diving and was truly feeling the spirit of being “adventurously alive” with Malaillo. The Cruise Director Mr Adin took very good care of us and administered seasick pills & all kinds of medicines for guests that suffered various minor afflictions like upset stomachs, ear aches, eye sensitivities and sprained / almost broken toes etc etc and any problems like leakage and smelly exhaust fumes that came up were swiftly resolved. The crew entertained us at the end of the trip and they were really amazing. Always so touched by the way Indonesians make you feel welcome and part of their Liveaboard family on these exotic Indonesian itineraries. They even cooked foods I specially requested occasionally ! The whole crew on this vessel worked tirelessly to kept the ship very clean ( no roaches or bed bugs on Malaillo thank goodness ! ) and always with a smile on their faces:) Would gladly go again with them on another dive sojourn ! Thank You everybody on Malaillo for a wonderful trip. 🦋🐬🫐🌊🪸
- Recommended for
- Dive guides Deck Crew were phenomenal. Ship was beautiful. Diving was incredible saw schooling hammerheads & sea snakes hunting with Trevally.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Frédéric L
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France
Perfect diving cruise: top organization and unforgettable underwater encounters
An unforgettable experience from start to finish! The dive sites were nothing short of spectacular, with magical encounters underwater — including majestic manta rays and night dives full of life and mystery. The crew was amazing: always available, attentive and caring, taking care of every detail so that we could fully enjoy our stay. Everything was perfectly organized, from the equipment to the briefings, including the safety and conviviality on board. A perfectly managed and emotional liveaboard – definitely recommend!
- Recommended for
- Guide and crew. Sites. The quality of the meals.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Daniel G
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United States
Great boat, crew, and company
Great food and top-notch staff. Really well appointed boat.
- Recommended for
- Amazing food. Extremely friendly and professional staff. Clean & well appointed rooms.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Anouk M
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Netherlands
Amazing experience
Had an amazing time sailing with Malaillo. The staff makes sure everything is taken care off and run the extra mile to make it an unforgettable experience. Good variety of divesites and experienced diveguides. Very good price/quality ratio
- Recommended for
- Amazing staff. Variety of food. Wonderfull diving.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- hsiangtsuan C
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Taiwan
Wonderful
My trip with Malaillo in Komodo was amazing! The crew and dive guides were highly professional, the diving was breathtaking, and the food was delicious. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Indonesia!
- Recommended for
- Professional diving guides. Smooth diving operation process. Good service.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Pascal M
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Switzerland
Perfect cruise - better than expected
Welcome on board... All the dives Fantastic food Quality of our room and bathroom Lots of space, great deck Very professional team and course director
- Recommended for
- Crew. Boat - clean, confortable and beautiful. Diving sites - lots of sharks, turtles and Mantas.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Jared H
- Singapore
Great service and safety. Excellent experience.
Shoutout to our DM, Teri! The crew provided excellent service and were extremely helpful throughout. Safety was clearly a priority, as every diver was equipped with an ENOS device. They are also very accommodating if you are uncomfortable with strong currents, they will drop you off in sheltered areas so you can explore comfortably. The only unfortunate issue was that the Nitrox machine broke down two days into the trip, meaning we had to dive on regular air for the remainder. Lastly, while the traditional wooden boat certainly has its flair, be aware that the creaking wood may disrupt light sleepers.
- Recommended for
- Top-notch service. Great safety. High crew to diver/guest ratio.
