Banda Sea & Misool
Mandatory Requirements: PADI Advanced Open Water or equivalent - minimum of 50 logged dives
Duration
12 nights
Skill level
Advanced
Overview
Pristine reefs
Pelagic encounters
Remote dive sites
Abundant marine life
Volcanic islands
This 12-night liveaboard expedition connects two of Indonesia’s most iconic and biodiverse regions: the legendary Banda Islands and the kaleidoscopic reefs of southern Raja Ampat. Beginning in Ambon and concluding in Sorong, the journey unfolds across the open waters of the Banda Sea, where dramatic volcanic walls plunge into the deep blue and remote seamounts attract schooling pelagics. The adventure then transitions into the protected marine reserve of Misool, a labyrinth of limestone karsts and thriving reefs adorned with vibrant soft corals and extraordinary marine life density. Balancing big-fish action with pristine reef ecosystems, this itinerary delivers the perfect blend of exploration, biodiversity and world-class diving in the heart of the Coral Triangle.
Dates & Prices
What's included:
- Embarkation and disembarkation transfer between the local airport or hotel and the harbour.
- Full board accommodation (based on shared occupancy)
- Tea, coffee, fruit juice & soft drinks
- Up to 4 dives daily
- 11 litre (80 cuft) cylinder with air fills
- Weights, weight belt and SMB
Obligatory surcharges:
- Marine Park & Port Fees
- Fuel Surcharge
- Flights
- Obligatory Surcharges
- Additional transfers
- Equipment rental
- Nitrox
- Beer, cocktails, wine & spirits
- On board merchandise
- Crew and dive guide gratuities
Maps & Itinerary
This 12-night liveaboard itinerary traces a spectacular arc across the northern Banda Sea and Ceram Sea, encompassing the Banda Islands and southern Raja Ampat.
Our Banda Islands & Misool itinerary incorporates some world-famous muck diving sites, current-swept pinnacles, potential pelagic encounters, and extraordinary marine life density. Key areas on this route are:
Ambon: Known for its macro life and sheltered reef systems, offering an excellent introduction to the biodiversity of the region.
Pulau Suanggi: A remote outpost of the Banda Islands archipelago featuring current-swept seamounts and seasonal pelagic action.
Banda Islands: A group of volcanic islands rising from deep oceanic waters, characterised by dramatic walls, exceptional coral health and schooling fish action.
Koon Islands: Rarely visited, isolated reefs famed for dense fish biomass and thriving hard coral slopes.
Misool (Southern Raja Ampat): A protected marine reserve area featuring limestone karsts, soft coral forests and some of the highest marine biodiversity recorded anywhere on Earth.
Marine life is just as diverse, ranging from minuscule pygmy seahorses to endemic walking sharks, with the possibility of hammerhead shark encounters when conditions are just right.
On a typical diving day, your cruise director will schedule 3 or 4 dives, depending on cruising distances, enabling up to 34 dives. Each diving day is scheduled as follows:
- Light Breakfast followed by a briefing and dive 1
- Full Breakfast, relaxation period, briefing and dive 2
- Lunch, relaxation period, briefing and dive 3
- Snacks, relaxation period, briefing and dive 4, (where possible)
- Dinner
The route and sites indicated above are an example only and may vary slightly depending on logistics, local regulations, guests’ experience, flight schedules*, and at the Captain’s discretion. Adverse weather and sea conditions can affect this itinerary, which includes several overnight sailings.
*Please be advised that domestic flights in Indonesia are often subject to delays, schedule changes and cancellations which can result in missed connections and arrival after the liveaboard has departed. We strongly recommend that you make arrangements to arrive in Ambon the day before your itinerary’s embarkation date. Please refer to the Indonesia Travel FAQs, or contact our reservations team for further advice.
Accommodation
9.22
Rated excellent
Nitrox
Surcharge
Wifi
Surcharge
Equipment
Surcharge
Tech friendly
No
Prepare to embark on an extraordinary journey aboard Indo Master, a true reflection of Indonesian culture and spirit within a phinisi-style boat. Our 47- metre luxury wooden liveaboard has 9 individually air-conditioned cabins, hosting a maximum of 18 guests and also includes 16 crew ready to serve you day and night.
Indo Master seamlessly blends modern comforts with timeless charm. Relax on the spacious top deck, leaving your worries behind as you bask in luxury. Seek solace in the cosy lounge areas, surrounded by breathtaking views and peaceful moments. Enjoy a restful night’s sleep in larger than average size beds fitted with premium bedding.
Extras
Master Liveaboards offers a range of services to make your Spice Islands liveaboard diving trip even more enjoyable. Marine Park & Port fees, Rental equipment, Nitrox and courses can now be pre-booked and pre-paid at the time of booking your liveaboard.
Itinerary | Per Person |
|---|---|
Komodo National Park (7 nights) | 180 USD* |
Komodo National Park (10 nights) | 230 USD* |
Raja Ampat (7 nights) | 215 USD* |
Raja Ampat (10 nights) | 245 USD* |
Banda Sea | 200 USD* |
Banda Sea & Misool | 260 USD* |
Misool, Halmahera & Lembeh | 260 USD* |
Lembeh & Halmahera | 150 USD* |
Lembeh & Sangihe | 150 USD* |
Alor Archipelago | 150 USD* |
Southern Forgotten Islands | 150 USD* |
Wakatobi | 150 USD* |
Fuel Surcharge | |
*All surcharges, including marine, park and port fees, are subject to change at any time, and without notice.
The applicable marine park fees for your itinerary will be added to your onboard extras to be paid on the boat before disembarkation.
Equipment | 6 nights | 7 nights | 10 nights | 12 nights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full equipment set* | 200 USD | 240 USD | 360 USD | 440 USD |
BCD | 75 USD | 90 USD | 135 USD | 165 USD |
Regulators | 75 USD | 90 USD | 135 USD | 165 USD |
Wetsuit | 50 USD | 60 USD | 90 USD | 110 USD |
Fins | 25 USD | 30 USD | 45 USD | 55 USD |
Boots | 25 USD | 30 USD | 45 USD | 55 USD |
Mask & Snorkel | 25 USD | 30 USD | 45 USD | 55 USD |
Dive Computer | 75 USD | 90 USD | 135 USD | 165 USD |
UW Torch/ Flashlight | 50 USD | 60 USD | 90 USD | 110 USD |
*Full equipment set includes Wetsuit, BCD, Regulators, Mask, Snorkel, Boots, Fins, Weights and Weight belt. Additional charges apply for dive computer and torch rental.
All equipment must be pre-booked to ensure availability and correct sizes, etc. are on board.
6 nights | 7 nights | 10 nights | 12 nights | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Nitrox | 80 USD | 100 USD | 130 USD | 150 USD |
Additional 11 L (AL80) Aluminium cylinder | 35 USD | 42 USD | 63 USD | 77 USD |
13 Litre (AL100) Aluminium cylinder | 25 USD | 30 USD | 45 USD | 55 USD |
All cylinders must be requested in advance to ensure availability.
Availability of large cylinders is limited and not guaranteed. Please contact our reservations team to check and pre-book.
Bar Services | Price |
|---|---|
Local beer (per can) | 3 USD |
Cocktails (per glass) | 8 USD |
Spirits (single shot) | from 6 USD |
Spirits (bottle) | from 120 USD |
Wine (per bottle) | from 45 USD |
Corkage & handling fee* | 20 USD |
Other Services | Price |
|---|---|
Laundry (per bag) | 25 USD |
Indo Master merchandise | Prices vary |
Wi-Fi Internet access | |
Single device | 50 USD |
Additional device (per person) | 15 USD |
*Should you wish to bring alcohol onboard with you, a corkage fee will be charged per bottle, or per 6 cans of beer/breezers.
On-board pricing is subject to change without notice. While we try to keep information as up to date as possible, please be aware that, although unlikely, prices may be different on your cruise.
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