Damai II Liveaboard

Duration

7-11 Nights

Location/Type

Indonesia/Liveaboard

Cabins

7 Cabins

Departure

Sorong & Ambon

ABOUT THE LIVEABOARD

DIVE DAMAI’s newest vessel, MY DAMAI II was constructed in Tanjung Bira, South Sulawesi by Pak Hadji Baso in 2011. Pak Hadji Baso is one of the most respected master boat builders in the traditional Indonesian boat building community of Bira and was also the builder of DIVE DAMAI’s first vessel, MY DAMAI I.

MY DAMAI II has a deck length of 40 meters (131 ft) and a beam of 9 meters (29.5 ft) at its widest point. It has been built to an uncompromising standard and fitted with all the latest diving, navigation, and safety equipment to ensure the same level of service appreciated on our first vessel. And, where possible this service has been improved upon through additions such as satellite Wi-Fi capabilities.

The new vessel is slightly larger than the first ensuring three spacious outside deck areas with an outdoor dining facility, our famous massage and spa treatment area and plenty of extra lounging and sunbathing space. The crew to guest ratio remains the same as our first vessel (18 crew to 12 guests). Our hope is that all the new facilities will ensure an even more enjoyable cruise for both our returning and new guests.

The below deck accommodation has been designed to accommodate single or twin occupants in a level of luxury not seen on another vessel in Indonesia. Each cabin boasts a private shower and head with a queen-size bed and a separate day bed. The cabins measure approximately 20 sq. meters (225 sq.ft) each and have been finished with the highest quality furnishings. The stern staterooms are over 40 sq. meters (430 sq ft) each and boast their own private deck with loungers, a super-king size bed, day beds, two desks and en-suite shower and separate head.

The dive facilities have been made even more accommodating onboard DAMAI II. Dive station are larger and paired with wider individuals rinse tanks.. As well, the camera room is more spacious and big-rig friendly. In congruence with MY DAMAI I, all trips onboard MY DAMAI II will have 3 dive guides and 1 instructor. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), we can easily ensure the same 4 divers to 1 guide ratio that we provide on the MY DAMAI I. All of this, in addition to our standard pair of custom, high-speed tender boats create the exquisite service and diving experience that is DIVE DAMAI.

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$ 695

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Itinerary

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7 Nights

Day 1

Guests will arrive in Ambon and have time to get comfortable on the boat. We will do a couple of dives in the mucky Bay of Ambon, a heaven for critter hunters: Rhinopias, Frog fish. Gosts pipe fish, Seahorses, pretty much the whole collection can be found in these waters.
No. of Dives: 2

Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and nº of dives, dive sites, etc. may be subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforseeable factors.

Day 2

Nusa Laut

There are two distinct dive sites at Nusa Laut. Akon Wall is beautiful drop off with a natural limestone swim through in the wall. There are clouds of colorful Anthias and Damselfish hanging off the wall. Amed Slope is a sloping reef with excellent hard corals and schooling fish.
No. of Dives: 4

Day 3

Banda Neira

Spend some quality time around the Spice Islands in the shadow of Gunung Api volcano. There are a selection of unique dive sites including the hard coral at Lava Flow and the very fishy underwater pinnacles at Batu Kapal.
Tour the island in the afternoon, visit its historical buildings, Banda was the center of the spice trade and of capital importance at the time. Late in the afternoon, we will go back in the water for a world class mandarin dive experience.
No. of Dives: 4

Day 4

Manuk

The island of the snakes is a smoking volcano in the middle of the Banda Sea. There is the opportunity to see both Olive Sea Snakes and the more common Banded Sea Krait which can lead to quite an exhilirating dive. There are a couple of Mobula Ray cleaning stations nestled in the black sand shallows and always the possibility of cruising sharks.
No. of Dives: 3

Day 5-6

Nils Desperandum & Serua

The best place in Indonesia to have a chance to spot school of Hammerheads. An atoll with walls all around it, large pelagic patrol the reefs, and the ridges in the corners are timing with life, schooling fish, large barrel sponges and fans. Great diving experience.
No. of Dives: 4 and 2

Day 7

Pulau Pador Exploration

After a long crossing from Nils (about 115 Miles), we will explore some of the islands West to our destination for the last day of diving. Searching for new frontiers, we will have our final 2 dives in these unchartered waters.
No. of Dives: 2

Day 8

Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Tual and assisted with check in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.
Unfortunately our trip has come to an end and we have to say goodbye, but we hope to see you again soon!

11 Nights

Day 1

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.
No. of Dives: 1

Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and nº of dives, dive sites, etc. may be subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforseeable factors.

Day 2-3

Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.
No. of Dives: 4

Day 4

Manta Sandy & Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.
Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kind of live. Its orange soft corals give name to this spectacular site.
No. of Dives: 4

Day 5

Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, fishy reef with collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.
No. of Dives: 4

Day 6

Aljui Bay

Today, we change goals and will be concentrating on macro and cool critters. Some of the signature sites in the bay include the Channel Island, White Arrow and Teardrop Wall. These are great places to see pygmy seahorses, unusual nudis ,ghost pipefish. Then spend some time on the mucky sand under Cendana Dock for an amazing night dive.
With permission you will be able to visit the pearl farm in the bay. Not only is this a very educational tour explaining the production of high quality pearls, you can also go shopping afterwards.
No. of Dives: 4

Day 7

Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colourful slope watching the seascape go by.
The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tenderboats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic there is a short walk to the top of one the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.
No. of Dives: 2 or 3

Day 8

Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles which make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.
No. of Dives: 3 or 4

Day 9-10

Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colourful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.
On a calm day you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!
No. of Dives: 4

Day 11

Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.
No. of Dives: 2

Day 12

Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.
Unfortunately our trip has come to an end and we have to say goodbye, but we hope to see you again soon!

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Cabins

There are 4 Double Cabins (#1, #2, #3, #4) and 1 Twin Cabin (#7) that can be configured to double. Each cabin has a separate day bed except for a twin cabin. Furnished with desk, reading lights, wardrobe, side table, en-suite bathroom, individually controlled airconditioning, and a flat-screen TV that are pre-loaded with a good collection of entertainment.

This Master Cabin is a massive 40 sq meters space with a king-size bed and a narrow day bed, 2 desks, reading lights, and two bedside tables. It also has a private balcony that is covered with glass windows and two separate compartments for the shower and toilet. It’s fully air-conditioned and has a flat-screen TV that is pre-loaded with a good collection of entertainment.

This Master Cabin is a massive 40 sq meters space with a king-size bed and a narrow day bed, 2 desks, reading lights, and two bed side tables. It also has a private walk-out balcony and two separate compartments for the shower and toilet. It’s fully air-conditioned and has a flat-screen TV that is pre-loaded with a good collection of entertainment.

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