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Tanaka, Indonesia

Rating 9.7 out of 10 9.7 Exceptional

“Beautiful boat and the owner was aboard for the trip - he really wanted us to have the best experience.”

Doris M, Flag of Canada Canada

Join the beautiful Tanaka phinisi for an unforgettable experience throughout the Indonesian archipelago. Tanaka caters for families, couples and groups who want a first-class option for diving, island hopping and snorkelling in Indonesia.

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Included: VAT, Environment Tax, Fuel Surcharge, Port Fees, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Beach BBQ, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Snorkel Gear, Snorkeling Guide, Stand Up Paddleboard, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels.

Required Extras: National Park Fees (25 USD / day), Nitrox.

Optional Extras: Gratuities, Local Flights, Alcoholic Beverages, Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear (30 EUR / day), Scuba Diving Courses, Laundry / Pressing Services, WiFi internet.

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Tanaka Reviews

  • Rating 9.7 out of 10
  • 9.7 Exceptional
  1. Vessel
    9.6
  2. Crew
    9.5
  3. Food
    10.0
  4. Diving
    9.7
  5. Value
    9.4
  • Rating 9.2 out of 10
  • 9.2 Superb
  • Peter W
  • Flag of Australia Australia

Great diving, beautiful scenery, great boat and great crew!

Manta rays, turtles, nudebranches, sharks, stunning lion fish, frog fish - you name it! The sunsets were amazing. The dragons were definitely worth seeing but next time I will do more than a 4 day trip so I can see them on Komodo instead of Rinca, and also do even more diving!

Recommended for
The variety of dives and corals, the boat was spacious and fitted out really well, and the crew were brilliant.
  • Rating 10 out of 10
  • 10 Exceptional
  • Peter W
  • Flag of Netherlands Netherlands

Very nice boat & super crew

The highlight were of course the diving. We had very experienced and fun dive leader what added to the positive experience. The crew was really outstanding from a super friendly captain, fab cook (food was very delicious and diverse), Agus who took care about the lobby, drinks, canine etc., the dive boatguys who greatly helped us in/out the boat with great patience and humor. One recommendation: sometimes we had to wait a bit longer until the dive bottles were filled again. They had one compressor on board; maybe two or a more powerful one is needed to not spoil unnecessary time but this was really the only thing. The boat is new, very cozy and nicely decorated; cabinets are very spacious and the on deck there are many hangout areas

Recommended for
The very helpful, friendly, attentive crew; the spacious, cozy, comfortable sailing boat and of course the beauty of Raja Ampat
  • Rating 10 out of 10
  • 10 Exceptional
  • Jorioz A
  • Flag of France France

Superb!

In an idyllic setting, Tanaka made us make the most of what the komodo park could offer, extraordinary dives, but we also enjoyed beautiful beaches, and beautiful sunrise and sunset hikes. The atmosphere was there. The crew took care of us throughout the journey. Thank you Tanaka

Recommended for
The atmosphere, the conviviality, the organization
Translated from French
  • Rating 10 out of 10
  • 10 Exceptional
  • Edgar S
  • Flag of Netherlands Netherlands

A taste of paradise, on a breathtakingly beautiful vessel that compares in its

Our honeymoon in Indonesia was made special because of the four-day journey we took on the marvellous Tanaka. We were spoiled by its wonderful crew and the breathtaking views that she sailed past. We thoroughly enjoyed our SCUBA dives; each dive site was unique and excited us with its diverse, and tremendously rich marine life. Our favourite dives brought us to manta rays, in both 'cleaning' and 'feeding stations'. The latter involved a dive with a very strong current, which was safely executed thanks to the experienced diving instructors that thoroughly briefed and guided us. Very exhilarating! The manta rays are awesome, stunning creatures. At the 'cleaning station' dive site, a group of 8-10 manta rays swam in very close proximity to the us and the other divers! You can find many clips and images of some of the sites we dived at, including the marine biodiversity we saw, on the instagram account creativescubaimages. The Tanaka is the amalgamation of a passion project to build a Phinisi ship by a spirited Frenchman called Alain. A lot of love, research and consideration went into its design, and it was built using many traditional boat-making techniques in Burma. Alain will happily show you video clips he took of the making of the ship if you're curious. The Tanaka is a truly beautiful vessel, manned by a professional, friendly and experienced crew. Luxuries are catered for that guests probably won’t find met at the same high standards on other similar liveaboard getaways. The decks were kept clean and well organised. We stayed in its largest suite, which allowed us a private deck and view of the ocean from the rear of the boat. What luxury! The various cabins have air-conditioning, but we chose to keep our rear windows wide open at night and listen to the sound of the ocean while we slept. Delicious wines are stocked on board (we recommend the Grand Bateau Bordeaux), as well as beer, and cocktails are available too. At meal times, a mixture of local and western-style food was well prepared, abundant and delicious. We leave the Tanaka with fond feelings for the people we met and the memories we made. Bon Voyage Tanaka - may you sail on to touch the hearts of many more travellers (and lovers!) alike!

Recommended for
the boat, its crew, and the dive sites

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