Malaillo Liveaboard, Indonesia

Name: Raja Ampat Central - Misool (Sorong [SOQ] - Sorong [SOQ])
Start: 2027-04-12
End: 2027-04-22
Location: Indonesia

9.3 Superb

Nitrox available
Free Nitrox
En-Suite bathrooms
Family Cabins
Aircon Cabins
Warm Water Showers

from $ 408 / day Check dates

“Great food and top-notch staff. Really well appointed boat.”
Daniel G, United States

Highlights

Traditional Indonesian Phinisi with modern furnishings
Maximum of 14 guests for a personal experience
Nitrox available on board

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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15 Nov

11 Days / 10 Nights

$ 4,900

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12 Dec

7 Days / 6 Nights

$ 2,940

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21 Dec

13 Days / 12 Nights

$ 5,880

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04 Jan

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$ 4,900

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16 Jan

9 Days / 8 Nights

$ 3,920

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07 Feb

8 Days / 7 Nights

$ 3,430

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22 Feb

13 Days / 12 Nights

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08 Mar

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$ 3,920

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18 Mar

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$ 4,900

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01 Apr

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12 Apr

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25 Apr

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$ 3,920

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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 ($100-275 / trip), National Park Fees ($100-200 / trip), Port Fees ($80-160 / trip).

Optional Extras: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Private Dive Guide ($100 / day), Rental Gear ($65 / day), Snorkel Gear ($19 / day), Laundry / Pressing Services ($3-5 / item), WiFi internet ($16).

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Boat features

En-Suite bathrooms
Family Cabins
Aircon Cabins
Warm Water Showers
Air Conditioned saloon
Sun Deck
Camera Station
Stand Up Paddleboard
Nearly 1:1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio
Kayaks On-Board
Seaview Cabins
Paid Internet
Camera room
Custom built for diving
Charging stations
Indoor Saloon
Laundry Service
Library
Outdoor Dining
Observation Deck
Kayaks
BBQ Area
Available for Charter
Local & International Crew
Snorkeling Equipment
Separate Rinse for u/w Camera
Leisure Deck
Daily housekeeping
Bar
Naturalist Guide

Food & Drinks

Al Fresco Dining
Vegetarian Options
Beer available
Wine Available
Beach BBQ
Welcome Cocktails
Snacks All Day
Buffet style
Western Food
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

Nitrox available
Free Nitrox
DIN Adaptors
Rinse Hoses
Dive deck

Languages Spoken

The crew speaks English and Indonesian.

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: 2017

Year renovated: 2024

Length: 45.57 meters

Beam: 8.5 meters

Top speed: 10 knots

Cruising speed: 6 knots

Engines: 1 x Mitsubishi V10 520HP

Max guests: 14

Number of cabins: 7

Number of bathrooms: 7

Water capacity: 6.5 tons

Freshwater maker: 18000 liters per day

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
Satellite & mobile phones
Bilge pump alarm
Search light
Engine room CCTV
Crew trained in first aid
Emergency flares

Malaillo Reviews

9.3 Superb
21 Verified Reviews

Vessel

9.0
Crew

9.1
Food

9.9
Diving

9.5
Value

9.0

9.6 Exceptional
Ann-Sophie H
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.
23 Aug, 2026

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9.6 Exceptional
Daniel G
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.
17 Aug, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
hsiangtsuan C
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.
17 Aug, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
Adam F
Poland

highly recommend
Great boat, excellent food, amazing dive site, and above all, amazing crew and divers. Thank you for a wonderful time.
Recommended for
Boat. Crew. Dive spots.
03 Feb, 2026

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.
19 Aug, 2026

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10 Exceptional
Philipp H
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.
03 Jul, 2025

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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.
26 Aug, 2026

8.0 Very good
Peter H
Australia

A lovely trip to the spice islands
We had a very relaxed 11 day dive cruise and were exploring a new corner of the un-discovered ocean world in the northern spice islands. Good diving and great company made for memorable time.
Recommended for
The friendliness and helpfulness of the crew was outstanding. Our cabin was spacious and comfortable. Operations and space on the dive deck were good.
21 May, 2026

10 Exceptional
Jayme G
Canada

Perfect trip!
The staff really go above and beyond on this liveaboard. The boat itself was beautiful with lots of areas to relax. and the cabins are very spacious. The food was also delicious! The way the dive platform / tenders are set up it makes getting in and out of the water very easy.
Recommended for
Exceptional service from the staff. Dives were organized well and getting from the boat to the water was easy. The food was amazing.
17 Feb, 2026

8.8 Fabulous
Serin K
South Korea

Amazing boat for diving
Beautiful underwater environment and very diving focused itinerary! If you solely want to focus on diving, this boat will be perfect.
Recommended for
Amazing underwater environment. Professional diving guides and team. Well organized operation.
06 Jan, 2026

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7.6 Good
VINCENT T
United States

Komodo dive trip
Overall experience was fabulous. The crew greeted is with a song upon entry to the boat. Wonderful, hospitable service with great Indonesian spirit. Good variety of food, but vegan options were limited to a few. Everything was scheduled to the letter and they were extremely efficient. I highly recommend this boat because of its crew and their professionalism!
Recommended for
Service and crew- They catered to your every need with a smile.. Ship- Amazing ship that was beautiful and soacious. Diving- Superior diving in Komodo seeing a variety amount of sea animals and coral.
27 Jul, 2026

10 Exceptional
Vincent G
France

Boat to be highly recommended.
Amazing crew, always smiling, helpful, kind. They even put on a great musical concert on a memorable evening. Boat with a lot of space, whether on deck level (especially the sun deck), dining room (large tables of 4, some half outside), lounge bar, cabins. Dive organized in small groups (4 divers plus a guide), nice space in the dive tenders. In short, a boat to be highly recommended.
Recommended for
Extremely nice and helpful crew. Lots of space on the boat. Diving in groups of 4.
24 Sep, 2026

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10 Exceptional
Alice W
United Kingdom

An amazing week in Komodo
My boyfriend and I had an amazing 7-night stay on Malaillo in the Komodo Islands in August. The boat is beautiful, with spacious communal areas to relax between dives. The master cabin was roomy and we loved the view. The crew are all lovely and were a huge part of what made the trip so memorable. The diving obviously forms a major part of the experience - the marine life is incredible and the dive guides were excellent, which was particularly important given the currents and risks diving in the area. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Malaillo and hope to book again in the future!
Recommended for
Crew. Luxury. Diving.
26 Aug, 2025

8.8 Fabulous
Frédéric L
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.
31 Dec, 2025

9.6 Exceptional
Anouk M
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.
20 Dec, 2025

8.0 Very good
Gabriele C
Germany

Fantastic diving trip that unfortunately ended too quickly.
Transfers have worked out perfectly. The team took good care of us all around and was always courteous and helpful. Safety came first, and therefore not all dive sites that had been planned could be approached. We were informed about all steps well and in good time.The selected dive sites varied, which I really liked.
Recommended for
The team on board. Diving operation. Dive sites.
14 Jul, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
Veronique O
France

A timeless cruise
The Malaillo is one of the most spacious boats we have known. The cabins are large including on the lower deck and there is a real separate shower area very nice. Note that the crew/diver ratio is much higher than usual standards (we were 12 divers for 24 crew members) which gives an unparalleled comfort. We didn't even have to rinse our wetsuits or fill our glass for dinner... The crew was adorable like everywhere in Indonesia. The diving conditions were a bit complicated (swell, poor visibility) but our guide Adam was always there to point out the hammerhead sharks we missed, or help us get back on the boat in the waves. If you choose a cruise with a lot of night sailing, don't forget your earplugs as the Malaillo is a traditional wooden boat, and so squeaks a lot if there's a bit of sea - we didn't test the cabins on the upper deck
Recommended for
Friendliness of the crew. Availability of dive guides. Dive sites outside the usual circuits (Forgotten Islands).
03 Oct, 2026

10 Exceptional
Pascal M
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.
30 Jun, 2025

8.8 Fabulous
Max C
Germany

Wonderful dive experience with room for improvement
We spent 9 days on the liveaboard Malaillo in Raja Ampat and overall had a very enjoyable stay with many positive aspects, but also a few areas with room for improvement that we would like to share. The service, food, and cabins were particularly outstanding. The meals were consistently warm, fresh, and very tasty. As a nice extra, there were even freshly baked donuts and cakes served as snacks. The service – both in the dining area and around the cabins – was truly exceptional. The cabins were clean and practically designed, with plenty of storage space, hooks, and drawers, which made the stay very comfortable. The boat offers enough space for 14 guests, so it never felt crowded. The crew mostly stays in the dive area, meaning you rarely get in each other’s way. There is also a designated small smoking area in front of the bridge, which we appreciated as non-smokers. A real highlight is the sun deck with a sail providing shade – we hardly saw any other boats with a similar setup. This was actually one of the reasons we chose the Malaillo. Raja Ampat itself offers an incredible underwater world. The selected dive sites were diverse and very enjoyable. Every diver was equipped with an ENOS system, a GPS transmitter that alerts both the boat and the nearest coast guard in case of emergency. The equipment was overall fine – not brand new, but also not heavily worn. One of the less positive aspects was the medical support on board. I had a middle ear infection shortly before the trip and again on board. I asked about medication, but was only told that I could purchase ear drops. On the first day of the trip, I also developed a deep wound on my foot caused by my closed-heel fins, which later became infected. When I asked for treatment options, I was directed to a small box with leftover medication from previous guests, most of which was empty or unusable. We would have expected much better equipment and support in this area. We booked the Master Cabin, which is a beautiful and spacious room exactly as shown in the photos. Unfortunately, we repeatedly had almost no water pressure and no hot water in the shower. We understand that this can happen on a boat, but despite the crew visiting our cabin seven times, the issue was never properly resolved. This became quite frustrating over time especially because all the other cabins where without issues. The crew was always polite, friendly, and helpful. However, we felt that a certain level of “excitement” or enthusiasm was missing that could have made the trip truly special. At times, it seemed like not everyone was fully motivated. While this is understandable given the workload, little effort was made to hide it. Our dive guide appeared rather reserved and at times disengaged underwater. There were longer periods where he would simply hover in one spot for several minutes. Staying behind the guide, as is standard, only works if the guide is actually moving. For example we would discover the area on the left just to find the guide starting to swim right. Communication underwater was very limited. We were rarely asked proactively about our remaining air supply and often had to approach the guide ourselves, for example to indicate that a safety stop was due. With our experience (Rescue with around 40 dives in 2 years), we would have appreciated more active guidance – especially better adaptation to the experience level of the guests. Additionally, despite being announced during onboarding, there were no post-dive briefings. When several guests raised this with the director (regarding guiding, communication, and briefings), the response was rather dismissive. Instead we were asked if we dived in Indonesia before. No changes were made, and instead we had the impression that the situation was discussed internally and even laughed about – which we noticed and found unprofessional. A safety-related incident should also be mentioned: one of the three dive groups (not ours) was left in
Recommended for
Dive spots. Food. Boat.
29 Mar, 2026

10 Exceptional
Madeleine C
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.
26 Sep, 2025

8.8 Fabulous
Lee E
United States

Highly recommended trip with an experienced, organized, coordinated and effective crew
When I and my wife first boarded I was impressed at the roominess and layout of the dive preparation area as well as a substantial backup boat motor mounted prominently but out of the way. There are benches running the length of the deck where you suit up and, if you want put your tank and BCD on although we opted to let the crew load that on the dingies. When we returned from a dive all we had to do is remove our wetsuits and booties and toss them into the rinse tanks opposite the bench and they would do the rest including hang up our wetsuits just above the rinse tanks. I would then dry off using the still warm towels from the dryer hanging above the rinse tanks once I took a fresh water shower at the stern. Only then did I take a glass of juice that is offered once on deck. Most everybody else drank theirs immediately. Before the dive I would check my tank and BCD at the bench. They gave us a basket to put under our spots on the bench for stuff like socks, booties, whatever small items you have which has your identifier on it. Mine was 1A which was also embroidered on my towel. Before the first dive they attached an emergency locator on everybody's BCD which will signal the boat when it's activated. We went in groups of four to a leader and were staggered five minutes to start getting ready so we weren't crowded on the deck. The food was fairly varied and pretty good although not gourmet which I didn't expect to get anyway. We brought our own bourbon so didn't try much of their cocktails which are extra. I got sick and self quarantined in my room for a couple of days. The housekeeping team was very helpful by bringing my meals to me and even set up a little table in the room for me. I cannot say enough about their willingness to help with a great attitude. The last night of our trip we had a top deck BBQ complete with live music which was very enjoyable. The only downsides are evidently inherent with a wooden boat. We were in a lower deck cabin so the wood creaked as we moved which I found soothing until the last night when we were heading back to port at which point it was pretty loud along with popping sounds. The other downside was that we had water leaks on the overhead beams but they taped diapers on them to absorb the water which was more of an aesthetic issue at that point. Otherwise I would highly recommend the Malaillo and her crew and will try to take another trip with them.
Recommended for
Well trained staff that worked efficiently as a team. Well equipped with safety and back up equipment. Good attitudes with customer facing staff.
18 Dec, 2025