“Best manta encounters I've ever had! ”
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.
Ranging from 3-nights to 10-nights, the Tanaka liveaboard offers year-round diving at some of Indonesia's best dive sites. Discover Komodo National Park and beyond, as well as trekking to see Komodo Dragons and stunning sunrise views. Underwater visibility in the region ranges from 10-30+m, and water temperatures vary from 25-29c degrees. Divers can hope to see all kinds of cool critters such as seahorses and frogfish, as well as larger marine life such as sharks and manta rays. From November to February Tanaka spends her time in Raja Ampat, visiting world-class unspoiled dive areas such as Gam, Penemu, Airborek & Cape Kri.
Topside, the stunning 35m Tanaka is a brand new liveaboard built in 2014, catering to just 14 guests in 5 cabins. Rooms vary from double, triple or a Master 4-bed suite with private balcony. All cabins have individually controlled AC, en-suite bathrooms, bathrobes, towels and storage space. Social areas include indoor and outdoor dining areas and sun deck.
The crew onboard the Tanaka offer exceptional 5-star service and are on-hand to help you create a memorable adventure in Indonesia. Call us or book online today to reserve your space.
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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.
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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Tanaka Reviews
- 9.7 Exceptional
- 22 Verified Reviews Only people who have booked through LiveAboard.com and joined the trip can write a review.
- Vessel 9.6
- Crew 9.5
- Food 10.0
- Diving 9.7
- Value 9.4
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- 10 Exceptional
- Vincent H
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Austria
We had a fantastic trip with great dives and top service!
- The Diving: Shot Gun, Crystal Bay, Crystal Rock, Batu Bolong... Reef Manta, Oceanic Manta, Eagle Ray, Marble Ray,.... - The Chefs Food: really excellent and varied food at a high level- The boat: great flair due to the traditional boat made purely of Ironwood
- Recommended for
- The ship, the crew, the planned dives!
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- 10 Exceptional
- Tomas S
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Slovakia
Wow
Beside diving, which was not easy but with experienced and helpful guide very exciting, full stay on Tanaka was very enjoyable. Boat itself is masterpiece. Very friendly owner made it unforgetable experience with many beside-diving activities - trips to the islands, cayacing. Special note needs to be made about cusine. We have been on many liveaboards but thank to the gifted Tanaka’s chef, food was experience of its own - comparable with good european restaurants.
- Recommended for
- Very friendly crew, owner and dive master, cusine, superb diving
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- 10 Exceptional
- Nicholas L
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Australia
A trip of a lifetime!
Diving with Manta Rays and being able to relax while at the same time enjoying an action packed few days! The crew friendliness and professionalism made the trip an absolute pleasure, while at the same time the vessel Tanaka is just absolutely superb, built for comfort and very practical!
- Recommended for
- Incredible crew service & professionalism, beautiful & comfortable vessel and world class diving!
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- 10 Exceptional
- Jorioz A
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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
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- 9.2 Superb
- Peter W
- 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.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Gordon P
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United States
Fanastic trip, amazing dive boar
We had an amazing trip with Arnoud and crew on the Tanaka. Boat was fantastic, recently build Indonesian fishing boat in hardwoods, Arnoud organized a fantastic 7 days and we had great dives with Mantas on several occasions. Food was terrific and crew provided a high level of service.
- Recommended for
- Mantas, Big eyed travolees, food on the boar
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- 10 Exceptional
- Peter W
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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
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- 10 Exceptional
- Blair R
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Canada
Fantastic 3 days on Tanaka!
Fantastic 3 night trip on Tanaka! Great diving, highlighted by seeing a group of about 15 mantas on the last dive of our second day. Very cool sunrise hike and Komodo trek on third day. Alain, Arnoud and crew were very accommodating and knowledgeable. Komodo national park is truly a treasure.
- Recommended for
- Seeing mantas, crew friendliness, and beautiful scenery.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Sébastien C
- France
An extraordinary journey
- Extraordinary dive sites - An exceptional encounter with dragons- Chilling on paradisiacal beaches
- Recommended for
- The boat, the crew and the itinerary
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- 10 Exceptional
- Lieneke H
- Netherlands
Simply amazing
The Tanaka is an amazingly beautiful boat. I was worried about privacy on a boat, but there was plenty of space to find peace and the design is simply beautiful... I felt at home as soon as I stepped on board, and you simply know she was created with much love by the owner (Alain) who realised his dream... The rooms are well appointed and the beds comfortable and to have a hot shower after a dive is divine! Food was good. Drinks were perfect - unexpectedly found ourselves drinking some great French red wine! The diving was EPIC! Dive sites are unspoiled and corals so healthy, we have seen so much large stuff (incredible dive with Manta’s flirting with us for a full hour) and lots of amazing macro stuff as well (baby ghost pipe fish)... Strong currents, but very manageable with knowledgeable guides. Other guests on board were lovely and we shared an unforgettable experience... Diving in Komodo is epic and to experience it on a boat like the Tanaka makes it unforgettable - we will be back!
- Recommended for
- Beautiful ship, amazing diving, exclusive experience
