Mermaid II Liveaboard, Indonesia

Name: Lembeh - Halmahera - Raja Ampat (Manado - Sorong)
Start: 2027-02-28
End: 2027-03-11
Location: Indonesia

9.2 Superb

Nitrox available
Free Internet
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers

from $ 378 / day Check dates

“Awesome to see the whale shark and manta rays”
Rick S, United States

Highlights

Budget cabin available with shared bathroom
Thai, Indonesian, and Western cuisine served
Nitrox is available on board

The luxurious 32-meter/105-foot-long Mermaid II (Mermaid 2) liveaboard offers 8 spacious cabins, each featuring individual climate control, a large wardrobe, storage, and an en-suite bathroom. A budget cabin is below the deck, with climate control and a shared bathroom. The MV Mermaid II has an inviting salon with tv and video on demand and two decks, all with comfortable, stylish seating, perfect for relaxing after an adventurous day of scuba diving. Thai, Indonesian, and Western cuisine is served on board.

Mermaid II offers scuba divers the opportunity to dive into Indonesia’s best sites, including Komodo, Raja Ampat, Alor, and Ambon in style and comfort. The massive dive deck and dive platform provide divers with easy access to ensure a relaxing dive experience. The professional and friendly staff is also available to assist divers as needed. Mermaid II schedules year-round cruises to Indonesia’s most diverse dive sites.

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$ 6,723

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$ 4,258

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12 Mar

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$ 4,706

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Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Cabin Towels, Deck Towels, WiFi internet.

Required Extras: Fuel Surcharge (€20 / day), Park and Port Fees (€225-350 / trip).

Optional Extras: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Nitrox (€96-230 / trip), Nitrox Course (€175), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses (€75-250).

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Boat features

Free Internet
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers
Air Conditioned saloon
Sun Deck
Camera Station
Nearly 1:1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio
Kayaks On-Board
Seaview Cabins
Non-Smoking Rooms
Custom built for diving
Charging stations
Indoor Saloon
Laundry Service
Library
Audio & video entertainment
Observation Deck
BBQ Area
Local & International Crew
Separate Rinse for u/w Camera
Outside Showers
Leisure Deck
Daily housekeeping

Food & Drinks

Al Fresco Dining
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Options
Free Soft Drinks
Beer available
Wine Available
Fine Wines Selection
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
Shaded Diving Area
DIN Adaptors
Rinse Hoses
Dive deck
Tenders for diving

Languages Spoken

The crew speaks English, Spanish, 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

Length: 33 meters

Beam: 7 meters

Top speed: 12 knots

Cruising speed: 9.5 knots

Engines: Hino 2 x 450 HP

Max guests: 18

Number of cabins: 9

Number of bathrooms: 11

Tenders: 2 x 4.7 m / ladders

Water capacity: 20'000

Fuel capacity: 16'000

Freshwater maker: Yes

Boat navigation and safety

Radar
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers

Mermaid II Reviews

9.2 Superb

Vessel

8.9
Crew

9.0
Food

9.8
Diving

9.7
Value

8.8

10 Exceptional
Paul G
United States

Outstanding customer Experience
Very professional execution dive program, dive site predive briefings and crews attention to customer experience
Recommended for
Vessel Facilities and Cleanliness. Crews attitude and professional execution of duties. Dive Director Lucca.
21 Dec, 2025

10 Exceptional
Ada C
Canada

Best time of our lives
The dives - soft corals, fish, manta, turtles nudis. Great crew, great guests, and excellent food.
Recommended for
Fun, helpful, and professional crew, great dive sites, great food
23 Jan, 2023

10 Exceptional
klaus A
Germany

Relaxing liveaboard with great dives
Staff very friendly. Good equipment. Good stimming on the boat. Varied underwater world.A relaxing liveaboard.
Recommended for
Good diving spots. Great underwater world. As always, good service on the boat
06 Jan, 2024

Translated from German

8.8 Fabulous
Lisa F
New Zealand

Whale sharks, manta rays, and Komodo dragons and a great crew
We had an amazing time on the Mermaid II. The crew were friendly and helpful, the dive guides were fantastic, and we had some dives that will be lifetime memories. We had 4 whale sharks that circled us for an hour at Saleh Bay, another hour with manta rays at Manta Alley, and saw 9 Komodo dragons on our walk in the park. The rooms and food were modest, but appropriate for the price.
Recommended for
Amazing experience diving with whale sharks, manta rays, and seeing the Komodo dragons. Dive guides were fantastic. Crew were super friendly.
25 Jul, 2026

10 Exceptional
Sally-Ann L
United Kingdom

Outstanding week
Our dive master was very knowledgable, the diving was amazing and the crew on Mermaid 11 were so friendly and helpful.
Recommended for
The diving, the crew and the food!
31 Jan, 2017

10 Exceptional
Chloé E
Switzerland

Stunning dives
I had a wonderful time ! The most amazing dive was the one with the whale sharks on the second day - what an experience !! The crew is very friendly and here if needed and we simply eat so well ! Only positive points. Looking forward for my next Liveaboard ^^
Recommended for
Stunning dive sites. Friendly crew. Delicious food.
16 Jul, 2025

9.2 Superb
Andy H
United States

An unforgettable adventure!
Diving the Komodo’s was an amazing and diverse adventure! Our dive masters and the entire staff offered the highest level of service and made us feel safe and well cared for. The ship is lovely with plenty of space to spread out. Rooms are cozy but comfortable. Food was plentiful and tasty. We would definitely book again on the Mermaid II.
Recommended for
Staff, diving, comfort of ship
07 Aug, 2023

10 Exceptional
Ruth K
Switzerland

Best dive vacation ever
Wobegon shark, walking shark were very special, the variety of fish as well as corals is amazing.
Recommended for
Helpful friendly crew, of sealive, dive spots
27 Dec, 2017

10 Exceptional
Markus Z
Switzerland

Liveabordtrip with Mermaid2
It was really very well organised, good Food, a very nice Crew and just a real good experience over all!I can't expect more.. My thank goes out to the whole Crew of this Boat.
Recommended for
Crew / Divesides / Boat
15 Jan, 2016

9.6 Exceptional
Rhianna J
New Zealand

Beautiful Raja Amput
Manta, Wobbegong Shark, walking shark, pygmy seahorses, many types of Nudi. Ble water mangroves and archer fish. Visibility is variable due to weather. Service and food is excellent. Dive masters are great. Clear and consistent communication. Range of nationalities as guests. Safety conscious. If you are a less experienced diver like me, ensure you leave room in your budget for hiring a dive computer and Nitrox and or Nitrox course. Hire equipment is excellent but not cheap. Definitely bring your own if you can. Also a dive torch. They will definitely look after you.
Recommended for
Dives. Service. Rooms.
24 Dec, 2024

123 reviews

9.2 Superb
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10 Exceptional
Noel K
Australia

Iconic Manta Alley and Whale sharks await you.
Loved the trip, but I had difficulty on the tougher current dives, mainly due my age to push through the currents to hook on points. The natural beauty of the areas we travelled through were a real highlight together with the gorgeous sunsets.
Recommended for
Fantastic crew and great group of divers. Dive sites were fabulous. Well organised dive deck enhanced by using "waves" of divers to kit up and not overcrowd the dive deck..
24 Jun, 2026

10 Exceptional
Nicholas K
United States

Phenomenal boat, crew, and diving!
We had an incredible experience diving with Mermaid II in Raja Ampat. Luca was a wonderful cruise director, Agus was a phenomenal guide, and the entire crew was very friendly and professional. We completed all 29 dives and they were all special in different ways. So much life out there! The boat was very well-kept and the meals were delicious (vegan options, too!). Everyone on the trip had a lovely time and we will definitely keep Mermaid in mind for future visits to Indonesia. Thank you guys so much!
Recommended for
Incredible dive sites with so much life. Very friendly and professional crew. Beautiful and well-kept boat.
03 Jan, 2025

9.6 Exceptional
Colleen M
United States

Exceeded my trip of a Lifetime!
Beyond Exceeded my bucket list trip of a lifetime! We had the Best people on our boat! Guests and staff all included! We had a Ball!! The diving in Raja Ampat is Truly Mind Blowing! Worth every penny!
Recommended for
Wise , Wonderful, very Helpful and Friendly Staff!. The most incredible diving, I’ve ever experienced!. Delicious food! Beautiful boat! Nice to be spoiled!.
17 Jan, 2026

8.8 Fabulous
Jean-Christophe P
France

Once-in-a-lifetime cruise!
We had a great stay aboard the Mermaid II: incredible dive sites and caring crew!
Recommended for
The organization. Dive sites. The kindness of the staff.
09 May, 2026

Translated from French

10 Exceptional
Lisa C
United States

Our first liveaboard and we are already planning to come back!
Mermaid II was in impeccable condition and clearly exceptionally well maintained. The crew seemed to work constantly—and always cheerfully—to keep everything pristine. The staff-to-diver ratio was an incredible 1:1, and the level of service and attention was unlike anything I’ve experienced on a liveaboard. The diving operation was the safest I have ever seen. Two crew members assisted each diver getting on and off the dinghies, safety checks were thorough, and additional guides were provided whenever needed. The dive limits were appropriately conservative, but also flexible: divers who used their air efficiently could buddy up with another group rather than having their dives shortened because someone else was low on air. I really appreciated that approach. Bram was a fantastic guide who happily indulged our love of underwater photography and video, giving us time when we found nudibranchs or encountered octopuses, sea snakes, and other fascinating marine life. He has an exceptional eye for spotting tiny or well-camouflaged treasures, including pygmy seahorses, harlequin ghost pipefish, and leaf-sheep nudibranchs. His skill and patience added enormously to our experience. The food was healthy, varied, and delicious. Allergies and dietary restrictions were carefully accommodated, and the gluten-free options were especially tasty—thank you, Bruno, Alan, Desi, and Ilham! Fresh fruit was always available, and we had fresh, clean vegetables every day, along with plenty of choices at every meal. Luca and Elsa set such a positive tone. Everyone was treated with respect, patience, and good humor. The atmosphere was relaxed and fun, yet the crew’s efficiency and teamwork kept everything running smoothly and on schedule. I don’t think I ever got into or out of my gear without someone immediately offering cheerful assistance. We were all incredibly impressed by the way the entire crew worked together. Mermaid II delivers an exceptional combination of safety, professionalism, warmth, and fun. I would enthusiastically recommend this boat and crew.
Recommended for
The Crew. Mantas and nudis. Structured schedule with great communication and flexibility to maximize diving experience.
15 Aug, 2026

8.8 Fabulous
Karin A
Finland

Had a great week diving with mermaid II and the crew
The diving in komodo has something for everybody. Bigger things like mantas and sharks to corals and macrodiving. The crew on the boat made the experience ten times better. Always greeting us with a smile and cheers after every dive. The diving groups are small which gives the possibility to discuss preferences with your dive guide. The land visit made a nice break from the boat life, and we were lucky to see a handful of komodo dragons on our visit. Would recommend everybody to do a trip with Mermaid II.
Recommended for
Diving, crew and komodo dragons
31 Jul, 2017

8.8 Fabulous
DIDIER V
France

To do again!
A wonderful diving cruise aboard the Memaid II.The dive sites are beautiful, everything is very well organized, and the crew is just amazing.A big thank you to the whole team for their professionalism and kindness.A big thank you in particular to Agus, our DM, who knew how to turn each dive into an extraordinary moment.
Recommended for
The dive sites, superb. the entire crew of the Mermaid II, adorable. The organization on board the ship was perfect.
29 Jul, 2026

10 Exceptional
Charles M
United States

Amazing diving, life and people
Amazing diving in Komodo aboard the Mermaid II. Diving was everything you could ask for and more. The dive guides were attentive, knowledgable and able to find incredible life on our dives while prioritizing everyone's safety. Easily the most comfortable boat I've ever been on including comforts such as a clean towel after every dive and hot chocolate after returning from night dives. The cruise director Luca went above and beyond to ensure an amazing experience for all on board. We had an amazing group on board and made several great friends. Hoping to return soon for another trip on the Mermaid II!
Recommended for
Amazing diving. Made close friends with other divers. Attentive crew.
11 Aug, 2025

9.6 Exceptional
Adam B
Australia

Such an amazing trip , memories that will last a lifetime !!
This dive trip was amazing the diverse range of diving from muck diving to walls and huge coral gardens ... it has it all !!
Recommended for
The Crew, the comfort of the boat, the food !!
26 Mar, 2016

10 Exceptional
Alan E
United Kingdom

Best I’ve done.
From the moment we stepped on board to the moment we stepped off, the crew were all completely focussed on making the trip one to remember. The standard of professionalism, attention to detail, subject matter knowledge, helpfulness, patience and ‘sense of humour’ were consistent both on the boat and in the water. What was also impressive was the passing of information and that everyone knew what was happening and when. The safety of diving in and out of the water was at a very high standard. It was a confidence builder for the less experienced divers who could see they were in safe hands. This is the first Liveaboard trip that I have said I would come back and do again. Of the 15+ trips I’ve done over the years on liveaboards, this was the best I’ve been on. Well done Luca, Daria, Ketut and Desi and all the rest of the crew. Brilliant.
Recommended for
Variety and quantity of things we saw underwater; Whale Sharks, Manta, Frig Fish, Bob Tail Squid, Bottletail Squid, Marbled Ray, Pigmy Seahorse, Scorpion Leaf fish, Octopus, Reef Sharks, Moray etc etc. Crew and Dive Guides. The boat was lovely, recently refurbished. Food was great..
21 Jul, 2025

8.8 Fabulous
Manuel B
Switzerland

Beautiful underwater world
- Underwater world in Komodo was just fantastic- We really appreciated the massage on board the ship- Very friendly crew
Recommended for
S. Highlights
03 Sep, 2019

9.6 Exceptional
AN J
China

Very attentive service and very satisfied.
The entire crew is very dedicated.
Recommended for
1. Thoughtful service. 2. Explain patiently and meticulously. 3. Dedication to work.
08 Oct, 2023

Translated from Chinese

9.6 Exceptional
Trevor D
Australia

Fantastic holiday
Seeing marine life I haven't seen before. The staff making everything so easy so it was a great holiday!
Recommended for
Great variety of dive sites. Service received from all staff. Meals were well catered.
05 Aug, 2022

10 Exceptional
Tugberk H
Turkey

Best Liveaboard Crew
We truly enjoyed our liveaboard experience with Mermaid 2. The whole crew from dive guides to cook were very friendly and helped us to enjoy every moment of it. Diving sites were great and the guides were familiar with the sites which helped us to what to expect in each site. Food was delicious with a good variety of cuisines and it was inclusive of everyone who follow certain diets.
Recommended for
Crew, Food and Boat
04 Aug, 2022

9.6 Exceptional
Kara P
United States

Excellent trip, would repeat!
Had such a great time on this liveaboard. The entire crew provided amazing service, always going above and beyond to be helpful and courteous. On dives, the guides were reliable and fast in spotting tinny critters doing interesting things. The food was good with plenty of variety. Overall it was super fun, and I’d definitely do it again. 10/10 recommend.
Recommended for
Amazing crew. Super skilled, professional and knowledgeable about the marine life!. Really tasty food from the kitchen 😋. Expert navigation of dive sites.
12 Dec, 2025

9.2 Superb
Jolene H
Singapore

Fantastic Dive Trip
Amazing experience with a super friendly crew. Dive guides were awesome, no idea how they could spot so many things. The crew also kept us very well fed with delicious food. Dive, eat, sleep, repeat, great holiday for us.
Recommended for
Great diving, great food, great crew
18 Jul, 2023

9.2 Superb
Carole G
France

Amazing experience
The diving was spectacular. The crew was terrific. The diving masters were clearly qualified and there was strong emphasis on safety throughout. The food on board was amazing. The group of divers (<15) was small enough and this was a great group of people. This is a fairly expensive holiday but it felt worth it.
Recommended for
Diving safety, amazing crew & staff, comfortable boat
11 Jan, 2024

9.6 Exceptional
Dove R
United States

A delightful trip of a life time.
The Mermaid 2 and her crew were an absolute delight. From delicious and plentiful food to comfortable cabins to an amazing massage, I felt well taken care of and pampered the whole time. The dive sites were great - from giant whale sharks and dancing mantas to adorable cuddle fish, bobtail squid, and baby octopus, we were treated to some seriously epic diving. The staff was warm and funny and made the trip very enjoyable. Our guide Bram was amazing, finding and pointing out a ton of cool tiny things. Luca kept us laughing (and guessing, his joking sarcasm rivals my own) and well informed. Desi may be the star though; incredibly sweet, attentive, warm, and she gives really amazing massages. No trip is perfect and there were a few hiccups, mostly of my own making (I leaned an important lesson about slowing down and double checking gear after flooding my camera), but this trip was pretty close. Not only that but all the other passengers were delightful! Swiss, German, English, American, Canadian, Belgian...a nice international mix of really great humans. Be careful playing Monopoly with Bob though, he looks innocent but he's really a shark!
Recommended for
The big stuff - whale sharks, mantas, and komodo dragons!. The small stuff - tiny octopus, bobtail squid, and nudis. The staff - friendly, knowledgeable, patient, and highly amusing.
21 Sep, 2025

10 Exceptional
Madeleine C
Singapore

Superb Dream Dive Sojourn in Raja Ampat
Second Superb dream dive sojourn in Raja Ampat on Mermaid 2 🧜🏼‍♀️Absolutely INCREDIBLE DMs & ship crew. Very delicious food, great Itinerary & rental gear. Raja Ampat is a dream dive destination full of natural beauty. Needs our protection & preservation as a Unesco World Heritage Site. Extremely grateful & thankful for all the work that goes on behind the scenes to make it possible to dive into this extraordinary region of intense biodiversity. Highlights of trip were the gorgeous Pinnacle Dives, Marine Critters & sightings of Omura Whales :)
Recommended for
Dive guides & crew are amazing !. Vessel is sleek & comfortable.. Raja Ampat - amazing dive location !.
24 Dec, 2024

8.8 Fabulous
Ming Pey L
Singapore

Wonderful diving trip with an experienced dive team and super hospitable crew!
I picked this itinerary as it set off and returned to Bali, which made it super easy for me to catch a direct international flight back home - from the airport it was only a 20-30 min car ride to the port where the ship was. This was a huge draw for me as the alternative would have been to do multiple flights/ transfers to fly into Labuan Bojo, which was the main airport for the Komodo Islands. The diving experience on the entire trip was superb, as to be expected for the region. The dive crew and operations on the Mermaid II were top notch - professional, experienced, safe, helpful and super friendly. I especially appreciated the super detailed and educational briefings, which not only introduced me to the geological topography areas, but also the unique marine species in the area. This is a dive-oriented liveaboard/ itinerary - with 4 dives planned each day. There was a selection of easier sites with calmer waters, but more confident/ experienced divers can better enjoy some of the best sites on the trip, which tend to have stronger currents/ drifts. There was a land excursion to see the Komodo Dragons in their natural habitat, which was quite special. I really enjoyed spending time with other fellow divers and marine life enthusiasts on the trip. We had quite a global mix of nationalities among the passengers, a good mix of younger and older adults, couples and parent-child pairings, and a few solo travellers. Cabin and common areas were clean, comfortable and well-maintained. Food menu was well curated with something for everyone, and tasty/ fresh.
Recommended for
Top notch dive team and setup (eg. safety, professionalism, familiarity with the dive sites). Beautiful dive sites and marine life sightings (eg. so many whale sharks and manta rays!). Super friendly and hospitable crew.
01 Aug, 2026