VESSEL CAPACITY
14 GUESTS
7 CABINS
Overview
M/V Pearl of Papua is a 30m liveaboard scheduling fantastic value diving holidays year-round in Raja Ampat, Indonesia, home to the highest marine biodiversity on Earth. This variety of marine life makes Raja Ampat the ultimate diving destination. The 12 member crew of Pearl of Papua is highly knowledgeable and intimately familiar with Raja Ampat and strives to provide five-star service. The MV Pearl of Papua was custom designed for diving expeditions, with rinse tanks, dedicated camera table and charging station and kitting-up stations for each diver available. There are also 3 tenders to make getting to and from the dive sites as comfortable as possible. The dive staff will work with divers to create the most unforgettable underwater excursions Raja Ampat has to offer.
Topside, the Pearl of Papua liveaboard Indonesia offers premium air-conditioned cabins and en-suite bathrooms. Two Master cabins with double bed and two single beds are located on the upper deck, a Suite is located on the lower deck, along with 4 standard cabins. Spacious decks throughout the boat provide ample space to laze privately or mingle with the rest of the group. A professional chef prepares fresh gourmet meals and snacks throughout the day to please every palette.
Book now for the ultimate luxury Pearl of Papua Raja Ampat liveaboard diving holiday
Itineraries
3 Day – Komodo National Park
DAY 1
Embarkation, Rinca Island
AM: Upon arrival, you will be picked by the Plataran staff from the airport and transfered to the boat. As you step aboard the beautiful Phinisi Malayeka, you will be warmly welcomed by the staff and served a welcome drink. The boat will then depart for Rinca Island, a journey that will take approximately 3 hours.
PM: Once we arrive, everyone will go off the boat and head to ranger station. From there you’ll begin your thrilling trek to see the legendary Komodo dragons, safely guided by the ranger of the island. You may adjust your time
DAY 2
DAY 3
** Please note this itinerary is subject to change at any time due to, but not limited to; local conditions, weather, strong currents or winds, and any unforeseen reason that may endanger the safety of passengers or crew.
Boat Features
- Camera Station
- Daily housekeeping
- Audio & video entertainment
- Aircon Cabins
- Sun Deck
- Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
- Warm Water Showers
- Custom built for diving
- Charging stations
- En-Suite bathrooms
- Non-Smoking Rooms
- Dedicated Local & International Crew
- Nearly 1:1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio
- Leisure Deck
Food & Drinks
- Western Food
- Local Food
- Vegetarian Options
- Buffet style
- Beer available
- Snacks All Day
- Free Soft Drinks
- Beach BBQ
- Welcome Cocktails
- Half-board Option
- Full-board Option
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.
Languages Spoken
The crew speaks English.
Diving
- DIN Adaptors
- Nitrox available
- Rinse Hoses
- Dive deck
- Tenders for diving
- Shaded Diving Area
Gear Rental
There is diving gear available on this boat. Please provide your rental needs on the booking form. See below for further details on inclusions and pricing.
Rental Gear Prices
- BCD 10 USD per day
- Dive Computer 10 USD per day
- Dive Light 5 USD per day
- Fins 5 USD per day
- Full Equipment (with: BCD, Dive Light, Fins, Mask, Regulator, Snorkel Gear, Wetsuit) 45 USD per day
- Mask 5 USD per day
- Nitrox tank 5 USD per day
- Regulator 10 USD per day
- SMB Included
- Snorkel Gear 10 USD per day
- Wetsuit 10 USD per day
Accommodation
Boat Specifications
- Year built 2010
- Length 30 meters
- Beam 7.5 meters
- Top speed 8 knots
- Cruising speed 6 knots
- Engines Mitsubishi MEBDC 91A 200HP
- Max guests 14
- Number of cabins 7
- Number of bathrooms 7
- Water capacity 10’000 liters
- Fuel capacity 6’000 liters
- Freshwater maker 2’000 liters per day
Boat Navigation and Safety
- Radar
- Depth Sounder
- GPS
- Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- P.I.R.B. Distress System
- Emergency Rafts
- Life Vests
- Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- Oxygen
- First Aid Kits
- Fishfinder
- Satellite & mobile phones
- Search light
WHAT’S INCLUDED
VAT, Environment Tax, Airport/Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Beach BBQ, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Land Excursions, Snorkeling Guide, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels.
WHAT’S EXCLUDED
* Extra fees are shown per person.
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