| Indonesia | M/V Pindito |
Only one liveaboard dive boat has 15+ years of operating experience in Raja Ampat: Pindito. Back in 1992 Pindito’s master and owner, Edi Frommenwiler, needed to find a new destination to cover when the rainy season descended upon Komodo and the Nusa Tengarra route Pindito normally sailed.
Trusting his intuition Edi took a chance and headed north from Flores by way of the Spice Islands. He had a hunch that the waters between Nusa Tengarra and the west coast of Papua (then called “Irian Jaya”) might hold some good diving. What he discovered on the northern end of his journey was the most biodiverse coral reef ecosystem in the world: he had discovered “Raja Ampat”.
In November of 2002 Conservation International (C.I.) in association with world-famous Australian ichthyologist Dr. Gerald Allen conducted “rapid assessment” fish counts in Raja Ampat. Marine Biologists worldwide were stunned by the results. Allen reported that this area forms the absolute apex of marine fish biodiversity in the world. It is the holy grail of marine fish speciation.
Pindito offers the most experienced and knowledgeable liveaboard operation in Raja Ampat and in Komodo. She also has unparallel experience in these UNESCO World Heritage coral reef areas. In addition, Edi and Pindito have expanded their venues with new offerings to Halmahera (“the New Frontier”) and down the west coast of Sulawesi including the Lembeh Straits and Bunaken National Marine Park.
Now you can join Pindito as she sails to and dives upon the most biodiverse coral reefs in the world. With a crew off 17 standing-by to look after you during your expedition you will be sure to discover the best diving in the world in style. See you there!
Cabins & Accommodation
Relax in the luxury of our teakwood-paneled cabins. Each 10' x 10' cabin is named after a mystical Indonesian island and, depending on your reservation, is appointed either with a twin bed plus an upper bunk, or with a spacious double bed…your choice. All cabins feature ensuite heads with hot and cold running water (vanity and shower as well as toilet), individually controlled air conditioning and five 220v AC electrical outlets (German 2-pole plugs), available 24 hours a day.
Our crew is devoted to your comfort and will attend to your cabin daily, keeping it clean and tidy and providing fresh towels as necessary. Additional towels are available for you on deck as needed.
Pindito offers six double cabins and two twin cabins, creating very comfortable accommodations for up to 16 guests.
Here is the direct access to the Virtual deck plan
Double bed cabins
All of our double cabins feature individually controlled air conditioning, as well as ensuite heads appointed with a shower, washbasin, and toilet. We will happily add an upper bunk to accommodate a family with one child or two people who just want an extra surface on which to place their gear.
Twin bed cabins
The twin bedded cabins “Ambon” and “Aru” are named after the islands in the Maluku region. Our cabins with one twin bed and a bunk offer more floor space than double cabins. Twin cabins are ideal for single guests — there is no surcharge for booking half a twin cabin. Twin cabins also have ensuite heads appointed with a shower, washbasin, and toilet.
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11-22 March, 2011 aboard Kararu's Sea Safari VII diving Ambon to Sorong via Seram, Misool, & Kri |
| Price: from $3795 |
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This 11-night dive cruise offers the best of Ambon, Misool, and several other Raja Ampat Islands. Extreme bio-diversity and untouched landscapes combined with world class dive sites make these islands one of the world's last scuba diving frontiers! Embark on this remote dive adventure March 11-22, 2011 Limited space-Maximum of 20 divers! Air conditioned cabins and FREE Nitrox!
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21 Nov-03 Dec, 2011 Sorong to Kaimana via Raja Ampat/Misool, Fak Fak,Triton Bay |
| Price: from $4140 |
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This 12-night cruise via the Raja Ampat Islands to remote Fak Fak, Kaimana and the Triton Bay area combines some of the best dive areas in Indonesia. The Misool Island group (part of Raja Ampat) is famous for its shear walls, pinnacles dense with hard corals, soft corals and sponges. The clear and warm waters make for unbelievable coral growth. The rarely visited Fak Fak and Triton Bay area is one of the last diving frontiers on the planet, hosting some of the healthiest documented reefs on earth. Explore these waters Nov 21 - Dec 3, 2011 |
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30 April-13 May, 2011 aboard Arenui liveaboard diving Maluku, Banda, & Raja Ampat-- Close encounters of the Cultural Kind! |
| Price: $5681 includes -$299 discount |
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DISCOUNT PROMOTION (was $5980—NOW $5681 per person—YOU SAVE $299)
Experience sweet luxury aboard the Arenui, incredible diving in the waters of Maluku and Raja Ampat, plus exclusive cultural encounters* that will make this trip unforgettable. *We have included free of charge 6 land excursions: Cakalele Dance, Pala Dance, Bambu Gila Dance, Kora Kora Performance, City Tour to The Old Naira Town and Nutmeg Plantation & Lontohir Island.
13 nights, up to 4 dives a day, April 30-May 13, 2011
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Discount Indonesia Diving Summer/Fall 2010 |
| Price: from $3105 |
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Jump on board and check out these discount Indonesia cruises! Great deals aboard Kararu liveaboards Cheng Ho and Sea Safari VII! Perfect for the diver who wants to get away SOON— and SAVE BIG while doing so! NO Fuel Surcharge! |
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TRANCE POSSESSION and HEALING in BALI |
| Price: $2590- $3149 |
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Join this fascinating 14 day intensive experience and WITNESS living uses of ritual trance in community practices and personal healing. This transformational trip will bring you into the rarely seen world of Balinese trance culture. You'll learn from trance experts, visit trance mediums and other healers, and experience their work yourself. Enjoy 5 nights in Ubud, considered the cultural arts capital and the hub of transformational learning. Sacred temple sites and ceremonies, private palace tour with Balinese royal family, and delicious, healthy cuisine throughout. |
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Bali-Untamed! |
| Price: from $2899 |
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BALI–UNTAMED! Will move you from being an ordinary tourist into the indigenous realm of what keeps the Balinese connected to their ancestral harmony. Deepen your personal insights about the role of culture, indigenous wisdom and modern living. Learn more about the way you can make a difference in the world.
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Bali Global Youth In Action:Next-Gen Leadership for a Better World |
| Price: starting at $2200 |
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Global Youth In Action is a 2-week journey filled with volunteerism, leadership development, deep dialogue, cultural arts, collaborative action-planning and experiential learning for ages 16-30.
Next-Gen Leadership for a Better World
Date to be Announced
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