Tiare Cruise, Indonesia

Name: Raja Ampat - Central & South (Sorong - Sorong)
Start: 2026-12-16
End: 2026-12-27
Location: Indonesia

9.2 Superb

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

from $ 407 / day Check dates

“The crew works exceptionally hard to ensure all the guests are taken care of. ”
Yevgeniya M, Greece

Highlights

Option of air or Nitrox 32
Dedicated camera room for underwater photographers
Variety of local gourmet and international cuisine

The Tiare liveaboard offers year-round luxury dive cruises to Indonesia, exploring the world-famous dive areas of Komodo National Park, East Flores, Alor, the Forgotten Islands, Banda Sea, and Raja Ampat. Divers have the option of air or Nitrox 32 (certificate required), and all tanks are fitted with either DIN or international valves. Each diver will have their own diving station with individual storage and access to hot showers on the dive deck. Each diver will receive an ENOS beacon for added safety. There is a dedicated camera room for underwater photographers, comprising multiple charging stations and camera benches.

The luxurious Tiare phinisi caters to just 12 guests in 6 en-suite cabins, creating a more intimate experience. Each cabin has a hairdryer, AC, and fresh drinking water and also comes with added extras of mosquito repellant, toiletries, and a shore set (hat, towel, suntan lotion, and thermos). Social areas include the air-conditioned lounge with amenities such as a coffee machine, ice machine, juice extractor, herbal tea station, hot and cold water dispenser, drinks fridge, and red and white wine cellar. Meals are prepared fresh and are a variety of local gourmet cuisine and international dishes. All dietary requirements can be catered to with prior notice. Meals are served in the indoor lounge or on the main deck. Guests can also relax in the outdoor 'Bow Lounge,' an outdoor covered area perfect for enjoying the sea breeze and stunning views, or up on the sun deck to catch rays on the comfortable loungers.

The experienced and professional crew of the Tiare is on hand to help you to create a memorable dive vacation in Indonesia. Book online today to reserve your space.

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10 Jul

9 Days / 8 Nights

$ 4,840

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20 Jul

11 Days / 10 Nights

$ 6,050

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14 Aug

8 Days / 7 Nights

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23 Aug

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08 Sep

10 Days / 9 Nights

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22 Sep

13 Days / 12 Nights

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~~$ 7,680~~ $ 6,144 Save 20% -20%

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22 Oct

8 Days / 7 Nights

$ 4,480

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30 Oct

12 Days / 11 Nights

$ 7,040

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12 Nov

8 Days / 7 Nights

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21 Nov

12 Days / 11 Nights

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05 Dec

11 Days / 10 Nights

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~~$ 6,400~~ $ 5,760 Save 10% -10%

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16 Dec

12 Days / 11 Nights

$ 7,040

FULL

Included: VAT, 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, WiFi internet.

Required Extras: Fuel Surcharge, National Park Fees (170-350 USD per trip), Port Fees.

Optional Extras: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Nitrox (15 USD per day), Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses, Laundry / Pressing Services, Massage.

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Boat features

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

Food & Drinks

Fine Cuisine
Al Fresco Dining
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Options
Free Soft Drinks
Beer available
Full-board Option
Beach BBQ
Fine Wines Selection
Welcome Cocktails
Snacks All Day
Buffet style
Western Food
Local Food
Set Menu Dinner

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
Sidemount Diving

Languages Spoken

The crew speaks English, German, Japanese, 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

Year built: 2013

Year renovated: 2016

Length: 45.62 meters

Beam: 9 meters

Cruising speed: 10 knots

Engines: Yanmar Turbo Diesel 500 hp

Max guests: 14

Number of cabins: 6

Number of bathrooms: 6

Water capacity: 10000 liters

Fuel capacity: 11000 liters

Freshwater maker: 2 x 3000 liters

Boat navigation and safety

Radar
Depth Sounder
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
Emergency Rafts
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
Oxygen
First Aid Kits
Fishfinder
Satellite & mobile phones
Search light
Engine room CCTV

Tiare Cruise Reviews

9.2 Superb

Vessel

9.6
Crew

9.1
Food

9.8
Diving

9.1
Value

8.7

10 Exceptional
James B
United States

Superb Experience on Tiare.
The crew lines up and cheers every time you return from a dive, reflection of a positive, friendly, helpful attitude that makes for a great voyage.
Recommended for
Cruise director Michel Hendrix, Friendly crew, Food A +++
26 Nov, 2019

10 Exceptional
Floyd B
United States

Quality bar none, will do Tiare Cruise again, enjoyed the whole experience.
The whole trip was quality , dive master dive instructor dive team very professional.
Recommended for
1-accommodations 2-dive staff 3-food quality and freshness
12 Sep, 2018

8.4 Very good
Frank G
Australia

Tiare live aboard in the Banda Sea
We loved the dolphins and jellyfish lake. The food was yum and the staff made us feel at home. Karaoke was very entertaining and the crew made diving as safe as possible and easy, carrying equipment and setting up.
Recommended for
Efficiency of crew and friendliness. Great boat and safe practices. Beautiful corals and interesting itinerary.
22 May, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
Andrew W
Ireland

A fantastic trip with some amazing diving
Amazing diving around the Komodo islands, combined with a luxury boat, super friendly crew and absolutely delicious food. Highly recommended
Recommended for
The boat, the food, the crew
14 Oct, 2022

10 Exceptional
Michelle H
United States

Unforgettable trip!
What a fantastic trip! Saw so many things... mantas,trevally, turtles, scorpionfish, frogfish, lionfish, nudis, black marbled ray, octopus, cuttlefish... and the corals were so beautiful. The dive guides did a great job and I appreciate each and every one of the crew members who helped make everything go so smoothly.
Recommended for
Amazing dives. Friendly, hardworking crew. Very comfortable accommodations.
19 Jul, 2024

10 Exceptional
LI MING C
Taiwan

Very good experience with a trip
Beautiful Komodo, luxurious and comfortable Tiare
Recommended for
Professional dive guides, delicious food, friendly team members
28 Aug, 2019

Translated from Chinese

10 Exceptional
Linda L
China

Totally worth it
Diving sites are extremely beautiful, with plenty of different fish and sea creatures And the dive guides did a great job to make sure we can spot as many as possible
Recommended for
The Crew, the diving sites, the food
22 Apr, 2023

10 Exceptional
Francesca C
Australia

Best first liveaboard experience
Absolutely unforgettable: incredible diving, pristine reefs, and amazing marine life on every dive. The crew was fantastic: professional, friendly, and made everything effortless. Comfortable boat, great food (I would have just preferred more Indonesian food 😂), and the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. Couldn’t have asked for a better first liveaboard experience. Highly recommend.
Recommended for
The beautiful boat. The incredible staff. The wonderful dive sites.
26 Mar, 2026

7.2 Good
Jacquie M
United Kingdom

Incredible live aboard dive experience
Diving in Raj Ampat Manta Rays and incredible corals. Fantastic service on board with all requests taken care of.
Recommended for
The dive sites, the fantastic crew, the boat
12 Dec, 2022

9.6 Exceptional
Chastity R
United States

Trip of a Lifetime!
I can’t convey how wonderful this trip was. Seno, Komang, Nanang, Randi, Arga, Ati, Oscar, chef, and all the other staff were absolutely amazing! They went above and beyond to make sure every need was met and did it all with a smile on their face. I had an incredible time and would not hesitate to book again.
Recommended for
Seno!. Komang. Nanang.
22 Oct, 2024

41 reviews

9.2 Superb
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10 Exceptional
Daniel W
Switzerland

Best place for relaxing holiday
The Tiare is the perfect boat for relaxed diving and holidays. The service and crew as well as the food for a dive boat beats everything we have seen on dive boats so far. The dive guides are deeply relaxed and look before each dive and new day where the best place is with the current and the fish. Thus, the dives are always at the best time and without other ships and divers on site.
Recommended for
Diving, Boat and Crew, Nature
11 Sep, 2023

Translated from German

9.2 Superb
Bert B
Germany

Diving holiday and cruise in one
In addition to the 3-4 dives a day, shore excursions, a BBQ on the beach and a snorkeling trip into a cave on the last afternoon were on the program. Everything is perfectly organized. Overall, absolutely recommended. Will eventually book another trip on the same boat.
Recommended for
The crew, the ship and finally Raja Ampat
21 Nov, 2022

10 Exceptional
Karl G
United States

Absolutely amazing dive trip with outstanding boat and crew and awesome dive sites and guides.
There were so many things about this trip that were excellent. From diving with mantas and huge schools of fish to searching for small shrimp and nudibranch, the dives offered so much incredible sea-life to see. Bubbling sands, underwater seamounts, and numerous pristine reefs. Also, a lot of sea turtles. Would definitely return to do it again!
Recommended for
Number and diversity of dives/sites. Service of the guides and crew. Quality of the accommodations and living spaces.
19 Aug, 2022

10 Exceptional
SHOUCHEN W
China

Although it is a little expensive, it is still very cost-effective! The quality level of the crew and the people accompanying them is quite high! The design of the boat is very simple and the style of
Huuuuuuge Manta!!!
Recommended for
The refresh juice at the return of each dive was especially delicious!! Every time I returned to the ship, I heard the cheers of the crew very kindly!! The atmosphere was very good when everyone had dinner!!
02 Apr, 2019

10 Exceptional
James R
United Kingdom

Diving Komodo in comfort with a full belly
My second liveaboard experience, thoroughly enjoyed my time exploring all around Komodo. The diving was the best I have experienced, in my limited exposure. The crew were constantly adjusting the schedule to adapt to the changing conditions. Special mention to the food, which was delicious and plentiful. Looking forward to finding time to return and dive Raja on this boat.
Recommended for
Dedicated crew keen to ensure everyone had the best time possible. Delicious food. Small dive groups.
03 Jul, 2025

9.2 Superb
Susanne H
Germany

Dream holiday
Wonderful stay, a perfect mix of relaxation, diving and other excursions. Team and the other guests were wonderful. To be recommended without reservation.
Recommended for
Relaxation, diving, excursions
11 Sep, 2019

9.6 Exceptional
iouri M
United States

Great adventure
Adventure of my life
Recommended for
Diving, service, price
29 Jan, 2020

9.2 Superb
Karl B
United States

Fabulous Raja Ampat Trip
This was our first trip to Indonesia and first serious diving liveaboard, so we don't have much to compare to other than reviews and the experiences of our fellow passengers. The boat itself was terrific and I gather pretty classic Indonesian Phinisi. Great space for 12 passengers and 17 crew in natural wood for a charming feel. Disappointing that they never fly the sails (and we never saw any other boat flying theirs either). They are clearly just for show and the show must be rare. The cabins were spacious and comfortable with awesome showers. The crew was fantastic -- so attentive, friendly, and helpful. They had a close-knit family feel. The diving ranged from amazing to scary because of some vicious currents -- more of the former, thankfully. We had the most amazing manta encounters on multiple dives and the diversity of fish, corals, and marine life was as advertised. The food was good, not generally great, but more than acceptable under the circumstances. The divemasters were very relaxed and competent. The boat seemed a little more worn and less polished than advertised, but the overall experience was fabulous and a great value.
Recommended for
The crew was fantastic. The boat is classic. The diving is amazing.
08 Mar, 2023

10 Exceptional
Luis J
Chile

Simply formidable
100% recommended experience, it exceeded my expectations, the quality of the service and the details of the boat designed for the comfort of the passengers both for diving and for relaxing moments.The diving spots are wonderful, with the help of guides who know the area perfectly and who guide you during the dive to enjoy yourself to the fullest, without neglecting safety at any time.
Recommended for
The cordiality and concern of the crew, the guides always attentive to our requirements and concerned about our safety and the camaraderie between crew and passengers
21 Sep, 2023

Translated from Spanish

10 Exceptional
Isabelle R
France

We did exceptional dives for 12 days from a beautiful sailboat that took us to fabulous places, with wonderful people !!!
The dives, the dragons, the laughter with new friends.
Recommended for
Cici!!!!! The dives, the cruise.
21 Aug, 2019

Translated from French

6.8 Review score
Nicolaas K
Netherlands

Very comfortable tour
Very comfortable trip with great food and super attentive staff. Beautiful places to dive. However dive guides were laissez-faire to a degree I have never seen before, if you are highly experienced and mostly want to explore on your own, this could work great. If you seek top notch dive guiding and sophisticated conversation about the dives in English then look elsewhere, this liveaboard isn't for you.
Recommended for
Super comfortable boat and cabins. Attentive staff. Great food.
11 Jan, 2025

10 Exceptional
Robert B
United States

How to Celebrate a Birthday
Celebrating my 73rd birthday on board with my daughter, the crew and other divers was a wonderful and very special experience. Time spent talking with the other divers and the crew. The epic diving including the manta cleaning station and school of devil rays, the various sharks (e.g., woebegone and walking), staggering beautiful coral and abundant and unusual fish life. The services connected with the diving including the terrific dive guides. The nights spent on the deck looking at the stars. All in all a perfect vacation and the Tiare is recommended without any hesitation.
Recommended for
The entire crew and the wonderful customer service. The excellence of the accommodations and the food. The great (and safe) diving)
28 Mar, 2019

9.6 Exceptional
VICTOR O
Singapore

Yes....this liveaboard is very nice
We were impressed by everything on board. Food served on board was excellent, boat facility is new and nice, dive trips are very well organised. Highly recommended.
Recommended for
Comfort, Friendly, Good Service
01 Apr, 2018

9.2 Superb
Mike R
United States

We are in the process of planning another trip with Tiare Cruise.
We did a twelve trip. Most of the trips I've done in the past on other boats have been six or seven day cruises. I'm always ready to go home after seven days. We were laughing on day twelve that we could just rebook on the boat and keep going, That's never happened before.
Recommended for
The boat. The crew. Dive sites.
15 Mar, 2026

8.0 Very good
Erica Hutchinson
United States

Excellent
Informal sing along's with the crew in the evenings! Pristine dive sites with very few other divers.
Recommended for
Beautiful coral, friendly staff, good food
07 Dec, 2023

8.8 Fabulous
FATIHA H
France

Amazing dives in small groups
The dives were very beautiful with an incredible diversity of the seabed.There were few divers on board which made the experience more enjoyable.We were 7 for 2 dive masters. The only downside was sometimes the lack of organization of the dives. The briefing was still unclear and communication underwater was sometimes complicated.The crew was very friendly. Life on board was very pleasant.The boat is very beautiful and comfortable but I had to share my cabin with cockroaches (probably related to the wooden composition of the boat). Despite everything, the boat was very clean. Breakfast was very plentiful. The other meals were ok but sometimes not very elaborate and bland, probably due to the geographical distance and the length of the cruise. All in all, Raja apat is really worth it. Tiare is a very friendly company.The stay is still a bit expensive.
Recommended for
The dives. Comfort. Small groups.
27 May, 2025

10 Exceptional
Leonid B
Spain

Magnificent
Perfect organization, very comfortable boat, awesome dive
Recommended for
Ship, Crew, The Underwater World
21 Sep, 2018

10 Exceptional
Hannah D
United States

First, but not last liveaboard!
Great variety of snorkeling sites, plus hiking excursions for amazing photo ops, getting to know interesting fellow passengers and sharing stories, the "hero's welcome" cheer from boat crew upon dive returns!
Recommended for
Exceptionally tasteful boat interior, delicious fresh food, attentive service by crew
03 Apr, 2019

10 Exceptional
Virginia K
United States

Best liveaboard ever!
Our Misool sites were blizzards of fish and the healthiest soft and hard corals We’ve ever seen. The warm and friendly care the crew offered that met every need and expectation, night diving with so much to see.
Recommended for
The dive masters, the incredible, attentive crew, the amazing diving sites
14 Dec, 2019

8.4 Very good
Stefan F
Germany

We will be back!
Fantastic ship built according to historical design and very well maintained. The cabins were tiptop - each with its own bathroom. Great crew - open-minded, friendly and always helpful. Due to the comparatively small number of guests compared to the size of the boat and the crew, sufficient space and very good service were always guaranteed (under and above water). The diving area was a dream and the dive guides were great. The guests were integrated into the shelter and safety was always a top priority.Drift dives, night dives, diving with manta rays, sharks, turtles, muck dive - everything was there.We would be happy to come back on board at any time!
Recommended for
Komodo diving area. Maximum number of guests = 12. Crew and atmosphere.
12 Sep, 2024