All-Inclusive Indonesia Liveaboards, Curated by Divers
All-Inclusive Indonesia Liveaboards, Curated by Divers
Indonesia sits at the heart of the Coral Triangle, home to the richest marine biodiversity on Earth. With more than 17,000 islands stretching across two oceans, it is a diver’s paradise of colourful reefs, manta cleaning stations, volcanic seamounts, and rare critters you will not find anywhere else.
The best way to explore it is by liveaboard. From manta rays drifting through Komodo’s channels to hammerhead schools in the Banda Sea, every itinerary offers extraordinary encounters. With Sea to Sky, we arrange everything for you, including flights, transfers, boat, diving, and insider advice, so you can simply dive in.
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Komodo National Park
Raja Ampat
Bali (Tulamben / Amed)
Lembeh Strait (North Sulawesi)
Wakatobi (Southeast Sulawesi)
Often called the crown jewel of global diving, Raja Ampat is known for staggering biodiversity.
- Itinerary Highlights: manta cleaning stations in Dampier Strait, wobbegong sharks, pygmy seahorses, huge schools of fish.
- Best Time: October to April for calm seas and clear water.
Jeremy says: “If you only dive one place in your life, make it Raja Ampat. The sheer life on the reefs is breathtaking.”
A UNESCO World Heritage site where strong currents meet pristine reefs.
Itinerary Highlights: manta rays at Karang Makassar, reef sharks, vibrant coral gardens, and trips ashore to see Komodo dragons.
Best Time: May to September for dry season conditions.
Filomena adds: “Komodo is adrenaline and beauty together. The currents are strong but they bring the mantas in close.”
Remote and volcanic, this region is perfect for adventurous divers.
- Itinerary Highlights: hammerhead shark schools, untouched coral reefs, dramatic seamounts.
- Best Time: September to November when seas are calmest.
Jeremy says: “Dropping onto a seamount with hammerheads circling in the blue is something you will never forget.”
Far from the crowds, these regions combine world-class diving with cultural richness.
- Itinerary Highlights: muck diving with rhinopias and frogfish, migrating whales and dolphins, and rare species. On land, traditional villages and dramatic scenery.
- Best Time: April to November for reliable conditions.
Filomena adds: “These islands feel like stepping back in time, both above and below the surface.”
Best Time to Dive Indonesia
Best Time to Dive Indonesia
Indonesia can be dived all year, but each region has a prime season:
Life Onboard a Liveaboard
Life Onboard a Liveaboard
Life on an Indonesian liveaboard mixes exploration and comfort.
- Diving: 3 to 4 dives per day including reefs, drifts, muck and night dives
- Comfort: Traditional phinisi charm with modern cabins, sun decks, and fresh Indonesian meals
- Between dives: Watch volcanic islands pass by, sip coffee on deck, or visit remote villages
Safety First
Most liveaboards require:
- A dive computer for every diver
- A surface marker buoy (SMB) on all dives
- A reef hook for drift dives in Komodo and Raja Ampat
- Dive insurance (e.g. DAN or equivalent)
Jeremy adds: “Currents are part of the magic here, but they need respect. With the right kit and guidance, the dives feel exciting and safe.”
Ready to Dive Indonesia?
Ready to Dive Indonesia?
Tell us your travel dates, experience level, and wish list, whether that is manta rays, hammerheads, macro critters or remote expeditions, and we will match you with the perfect trip.
Filomena’s tip: “Bring both a wide-angle lens and a macro setup if you can. Indonesia is one of the few places where you will use both in the same week.”
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“The trip was organised by Jeremy at Sea to Sky. His attention to detail through the booking process, right through to his first hand knowledge of the dive sites was superb. It led to the holiday being truly relaxed, and wanting a teenager to come back with her friends for a diving course.”
“I had already 2 trips with Sea to Sky and I can warmly recommend this company! Friendly people best organisation and professional diving trips. With Sea to Sky you are in very good hands and your holidays are worth booking.”
“I’d been looking for a trip that blended site seeing, diving, great locale and authentic restaurants and can not recommend this company enough. Travelling as a single person in a new country can daunting, but Sea to Sky made my travels easier than I could have expected”
Explore More of Our Liveaboard Holidays
Explore More of Our Liveaboard Holidays
From beginner‑friendly reef dives to bucket‑list liveaboards, we offer a carefully curated selection of dive trips around the world. Whether it’s relaxed eco‑lodges in the Maldives, cenote adventures in Mexico, or luxury liveaboards in the Red Sea, every holiday is chosen from our own diving experience – so you know you’re in expert hands.
