Mari Liveaboard, Indonesia
8.8 Fabulous - Nitrox available
- Free Internet
- Naturalist Guide
“Of course the diving was the highlight. ”
Highlights
The beautiful Mari liveaboard is a traditional Indonesian phinisi offering year-round diving trips in Raja Ampat, the Banda Sea, and Komodo National Park. Constructed entirely of ironwood and teak, the 30m Mari was refurbished in 2016 to offer modern furnishings and ample onboard space. She caters to a maximum of 14 guests in 7 cabins, ensuring a more personal experience and plenty of room to relax. There are 3 Deluxe and 4 Superior cabins, each offering individually controlled AC, storage space, and private bathrooms. All cabins are on the main deck, so they are bright and well-ventilated. Common areas include the open-air lounge, bar, and 2 sun decks with loungers. The recent addition of a highly-trained chef onboard means that a wide variety of fresh, healthy, and delicious cuisine will satisfy hungry divers. The al-fresco dining table is the perfect place to enjoy a hearty meal surrounded by stunning Indonesian scenery.
The Mari explores the best of Indonesia's dive sites to offer exciting year-round adventures. Divers can explore Komodo National Park on 4, 5, and 10-night trips from July to October. Divers can expect thrilling diving in the national park at world-famous dive sites such as Manta Alley, Castle Rock, and Crystal Rock, diving with manta rays, sharks, and huge schools of fish. In October, the boat moves to Raja Ampat via Flores & the Maluku until April. Explore one of the most diverse marine environments in the world, with the chance to see everything from pygmy sea-horses to whales. The spacious dive deck with gear storage and individual rinse tanks, large dive tender for getting to and from the dive sites, and the recent addition of nitrox availability ensure a comfortable dive liveaboard.
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Included: VAT, Environment Tax, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Land Excursions, Naturalist Guide, Snorkel Gear, Snorkeling Guide, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, WiFi internet.
Required Extras: Fuel Surcharge (75-250 EUR per trip), National Park Fees (140-200 EUR per trip), Park and Port Fees (140-200 EUR per trip).
Optional Extras: Gratuities (20 EUR per day), Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Nitrox (5 EUR per tank), Rental Gear.
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Mari Reviews
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Vessel 8.2
- Crew 8.7
- Food 9.4
- Diving 8.9
- Value 8.7
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Anna H
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France
Great crew, great ship and Raja Ampat delivered great diving...
I was on Mari before and kept a nice souvenir from 7 years ago. The souvenir was confirmed and the crew is different but still absolutely perfect.
- Recommended for
- The diving experience. The charming crew. The excellent food.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Johannes S
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Germany
Top value for money
We took an 11 day trip to Misool and Dampier. The crew and dive guides led by Ungcke were very friendly and absolutely professional. There were no errors – and if there were, we didn't notice them. The food was also superb. If you order in advance, you get very good vegetarian or vegan food (you get an extra portion of almost every normal dish). Only our cabin (No. 7) was really very very small. On normal days we were able to dive four times (31 dives in 11 days) and visited all known dive sites. We would book our next trip to Raja Ampat with Mari again:)
- Recommended for
- Good organization. Great guides. Value for money.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Kerstin W
- Germany
Best crew ever for an amazing dive adventure
Everything was well organized from outside showers on deck to the snacks and the hot ginger tea after the nightdives and the excursions, not to forget the daily cleaning of the cabins. Very knowledgable dive guides for all the difference dive sites, with time for photo sessions under water in the search of the pygmea seahorses etc. Good rental equipment, Air and Nitrox, secure dive procedures. Food was very good and plenty as well. I would dive with Ungke and his crew again anytime. But best of all was the friendly atmosphere on board, smiles and laughter and a good time
- Recommended for
- The crew of the Mari, the food and the dive buddies
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- 10 Exceptional
- Norbert L
- Germany
A highlight in our lives
Diving and shore excursions were great
- Recommended for
- Guides and Dive spots. Crew. Cook and Captain.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Daniel G
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Mexico
Amazing
Amazing live aboard. I strongly recommend to do it with Mari if you are looking for a really nice experience. All the crew is warm and very kind. The food is great every time and the dice masters really know where to take you. One of the best experiences I have had in my life.
- Recommended for
- Crew, Food, Dives
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Borbala S
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Hungary
Badly understaffed, 5 people with dive master, raising tip from 15 to 20ER/day, no intetnet
Being hooked in a mild current Beautiful coral gardens Variety if dive sites
- Recommended for
- Very nice staff, lovely dive sites, great boat
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- 10 Exceptional
- Megan D
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United States
Paradise above and below the surface.
Everything. This is the second time that we have used this operator once in Komodo and now Raja Ampat. They are so attentive to your needs and wants. Their attention to detail is incredible for example from the first check dive they notice exactly how i like my BCD set up then each time is was perfect for me. The food through out the trip is always off the charts it was mix of local delights and a few western favorites thrown in there (like French Fries or Chips). Our Dive Guide was awesome he was super familiar with dive sites, currents, and read the conditions very well. He was also super knowledgeable when it came to Fish and Creature ID. I highly recommend the Mari and plan to do more trips on the BEAUTIFUL boat in the future.
- Recommended for
- Food, Crew, and the spacious poop deck
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- 10 Exceptional
- stephane L
- France
Superb Komodo Cruise
The dives all more incredible than each other! The boat is in very good condition, nothing is missing! The crew is really lovely! The big bonus is the cooking!! Hyper varied meals every day and really very good !! Thanks to the chef:) thanks also to Jerry my dive guide who managed to find the unobtainable one every time:) I absolutely recommend this cruise!!
- Recommended for
- The dives - the meals - the comfort
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- 8.0 Very good
- Andras R
- Hungary
Value for money 5 stars
Lots of sharks, turtles, a manta The best night dive place
- Recommended for
- Komodo Marine Park, Not too much guests, Relaxed
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- 10 Exceptional
- sun min L
- United States
Amazing dive adventure in a place more remote and beautiful than Raja Ampat!
The Mari is a gem of a ship. Well built and maintained. The dive sites pristine and remote. Possible more beautiful than Raja Amat (I've been there 3 times) The boat crew were friendly and accommodating. The dive crew were knowledgable and skilled - showing me all the animals on my bucket list - esp. mandarin fish. We were a small group but they did not skimp on the service making us feel we hit the luxury jackpot on dive guide to diver ratio. This allowed us to see more since we didn't have the big flashy group to scare the animals away. The food was delicious and fresh. I felt safe going to the remote areas with this experienced crew and already I'm planning my next trip with them. Not sure why anyone would go with the more expensive commercial boats full of divers on top of each other. The crew of the Mari made me feel special. It was an adventure of a lifetime! Just be prepared that the airlines will charge you for over 10kg check bags - no more allowance for scuba except I'm told on Batik Air. The 100 mile sea crossing could be rough for those who get sea sick. Condition your ears before you go. Otherwise, I highly recommend you go diving Banda Sea with the Mari.
- Recommended for
- Beautiful dive sites. Crew service. Adventure sailing.
