Samambaia Liveaboard, Indonesia
9.5 Exceptional - Nitrox available
- Free Internet
- Free Nitrox
“The Samambaia was beautiful, comfortable and luxurious. ”
Highlights
Samambaia is a new traditional wooden Phinisi sailing in some of the best areas of Indonesia. Climb aboard and be welcomed to luxury and comfort, where the focus is on the finer details and guests' needs.
On board the Samambaia, the 18 experienced, professional, and friendly crew are on hand to help to create an unforgettable journey. Guests are catered to with delicious international cuisine cooked fresh daily with locally sourced ingredients and freshly prepared bread and pastries. For relaxation, guests can choose the partially shaded sundeck with comfortable loungers and enjoy the spectacular Indonesian views or a relaxing massage from the onboard masseuse.
Catering to only 14 guests, The Samambaia Boat has 6 tastefully decorated cabins on the lower deck and a beautiful Master cabin on the main deck with stunning 180° sea views. Each cabin has a private en-suite bathroom, under-bed storage, wardrobes, and individually controlled AC.
Divers and snorkelers alike will marvel at the underwater beauty of Indonesia, with unique cruises to Raja Ampat, Banda Sea, Alor, and Komodo. Divers can enjoy spectacular day and night diving and various activities during the surface intervals, such as scenic rides through lagoons and coves, trekking, visits to secluded beaches, and whale watching. While the Samambaia Yacht is new, the crew and dive guides have years of experience there.
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Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Snorkeling Guide, Wakeboarding, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, WiFi internet.
Required Extras: Fuel Surcharge ($150-250 / trip), National Park Fees ($75-250 / trip), Port Fees ($75-100 / trip).
Optional Extras: Gratuities ($20 / day), Local Flights, Alcoholic Beverages, Nitrox Course ($250 / day), Private Dive Guide ($450-950 / trip), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses ($350-450 / day), Snorkel Gear, Laundry / Pressing Services, Massage (Rp500,000).
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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Samambaia Reviews
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- 9.5 Exceptional
- Vessel 9.7
- Crew 9.3
- Food 9.9
- Diving 9.5
- Value 9.2
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- 10 Exceptional
- Mark W
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Australia
The best holiday and destination we have even been to
Seeing our first beautiful ocean Manta Ray. Cave swimming. Raw beauty of the area.
- Recommended for
- Diving, afternoon adventures and the food. Everything was the best
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- john C
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United States
Our experience was phenomenal!
The highlights of the trip were the knowledge and attention of the dive guides. They turned every dive and every excursion into an adventure for the mind as well as the senses. Getting to see Komodo dragon and giant fruit bats soaring overhead are experiences that will last a lifetime. The atmosphere created on board by Gian Paolo, Serge, Frankie was familial and fun. Our experience was absolutely amazing.
- Recommended for
- The three best things about the trip were the dives, the dive guides and crew, the boat.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- jean luc S
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France
A change of scenery
Diving in a splendid setting and meals!!
- Recommended for
- The chef! Coral landscapes
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- 10 Exceptional
- Sandy F
- Australia
I have been many dive boats but Samambaia is definitely deserves the five star rating.
Divings were splendid with beautiful dive sites, corals & bundles of sea-life. We even had movie cinemas view of school hammers head sharks right in front of us where we were secured on reef hook just enjoyed the magic moment.
- Recommended for
- All crews members were amazing. Services were splendid & flawless.. Food is five star restaurants standard with delicious dish, balance nutrition & and presentation 👏. Entire boat with bedroom, dining room, living room has stylish decorations with most comforts..
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- 10 Exceptional
- Ryan S
- United States
Stop looking. Samambaia is outstanding in every way
The specific highlight was when Serge, the cruise director, had to make a change in our plan. Because of Serge’s experience and extensive knowledge of the area, the “backup” dive ended up being an incredible dive with a dozen gorgeous mantas. The overall highlight was just how dependable and consistent the crew were. Everybody on Samambaia goes out of their way to make your experience extraordinary.
- Recommended for
- The entire crew is amazing, the itinerary is comprehensive yet flexible, comforts from bed to meals are five star
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Sonja G
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Germany
Pure relaxation!! Great dive sites with chilled boat atmosphere
The atmosphere on the boat immediately invites you to relax. The cabins are beautiful and offer enough space with en-suite bathrooms. The beds are very comfortable. The whole crew fits together well. Everyone is super friendly and helpful at all times. Special requests are catered for, especially since we were only with five guests on board. The service was outstanding. The dives were very nice and with the dive guides you feel in good hands even as a "rare diver", especially with the senior guide Frankie. Chef Akee spends wonders in the small kitchen. You get the full-service package! You only have to dress yourself, but even there you can get help if the neoprene doesn't want to do as it should. We can only recommend the Samambaia and will definitely be back. Thank you for the great 12 days! We already 😍 miss you
- Recommended for
- 1. Manta rays at 5 dives 😊 2.Dive guide Frankie who gives a lot of safety underwater. 3. Chef Akee's great food
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- 10 Exceptional
- CHRISTIAN WALTER D
- Germany
Absolutely wirth flying 18 hours
Every day was a highlight. Many thanks to the cruise director, the dive guides and the crew!
- Recommended for
- Night dives, watching the stars from the roof, all the rest
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- 10 Exceptional
- CARLOS L
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Brazil
By far, this trip was one of the best diving trip of my life!
Os lugares que foram escolhidos para mergulhar. O ultimo lugar que mergulhei (Mike's place), vai ficar, eternamente, em minha memória. o lugar, os peixes e a quantidade e a beleza dos corais duros !
- Recommended for
- DIVE, CREW and DANIEL
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Daniel F
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Switzerland
Banda Sea Cruise
Great new boat with very high standard of service and awesome food.
- Recommended for
- Boat, Crew, Food
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- 10 Exceptional
- Jemma K
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United Kingdom
Samambaia Magic!
Visited some great dive sites in south and central raja. Vis was not as good as we had hoped but the coral and fish were stunning! The boat and crew were so wonderful and really made the trip!
- Recommended for
- Dive masters were amazing. Food was delicious.. Boat was fabulous and well maintained by crew..
