Plan Your Trip
To book a Raja Ampat liveaboard is to secure a private phinisi schooner for an expedition through the world’s most biodiverse marine ecosystem.
This process begins with your inquiry and ends with your arrival at Sorong (SOQ) airport, ready to board. Our voyages navigate the 40,000 km² of the Raja Ampat archipelago, a region containing 75% of all known hard coral species. Securing your Raja Ampat liveaboard booking confirms your access to dive sites like Cape Kri, where Dr. Gerald Allen documented a record 374 reef fish species on a single dive in 2012. We manage all logistics, from vessel selection to a dive itinerary tailored to your experience level and objectives.
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Our booking process is a structured consultation designed to match your group with the correct vessel and itinerary. It is a collaborative effort between your party and our dive concierge team, ensuring every detail is addressed before a deposit is placed. The procedure follows four distinct stages.
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A private charter grants exclusive use of a phinisi vessel, its crew, and its resources. This is the standard for UHNW families, dedicated dive groups, or photographers requiring operational flexibility. A charter allows for a fully bespoke itinerary, enabling divers to spend multiple days at a productive site like Magic Mountain to encounter seasonal oceanic mantas (Mobula birostris) or dedicate time to finding the endemic Raja Ampat pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus pontohi). Chartering provides complete control over the daily schedule, meal times, and dive profiles. For a detailed overview of available vessels and their specifications, see our private phinisi charter options.
Individual cabin bookings are suitable for couples, solo divers, or small groups. These voyages operate on a fixed schedule and itinerary, typically 7 or 10 nights, exploring a predetermined route through either the northern or southern regions. While less flexible, these trips offer the same high standard of service and access to premier Raja Ampat dive sites. You will share the vessel with other experienced divers. Review our available scheduled liveaboard packages for current dates and availability.
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Securing a vessel requires a non-refundable deposit. This financial commitment allows us to reserve the phinisi, schedule the crew, and begin provisioning for your specific voyage dates. Our payment structure is designed to be straightforward and is benchmarked against industry standards for luxury vessel charters in Indonesia.
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After your booking is confirmed, our concierge service begins coordinating the logistical details for a seamless expedition. We manage all documentation and preferences to ensure the onboard experience meets your precise requirements. Approximately 60 days before your departure from Sorong, we will request the following from each member of your party:
The mandatory Raja Ampat Marine Park entrance fee of IDR 1,000,000 per person (approximately USD 65) will be collected on your final invoice or can be paid onboard. This fee is valid for one year and directly funds conservation and community programs within the park.
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Contact our voyage director to begin designing your private charter. We respond to all inquiries within 24 hours.
WhatsApp: +62 811-3823-875
Email: sales@komodoluxury.com
FAQ
The most effective way to begin is by completing the inquiry form on this page or sending a direct message to our team on WhatsApp. This allows us to collect your initial requirements—dates, group size, and primary interests—so our first conversation is productive and tailored to crafting your ideal Raja Ampat liveaboard voyage.
We accept international bank transfers in major currencies (USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, SGD) as our primary payment method. For your convenience, we also accept Visa, MasterCard, and American Express; please note that all credit card transactions are subject to a 3% administrative surcharge. All payments are processed securely.
Yes. All guests are required to have comprehensive travel insurance that includes medical evacuation and dive accident coverage (e.g., DAN). Proof of insurance is required before boarding. Raja Ampat is a remote location, and this policy ensures you are covered in the event of an unforeseen medical emergency or trip interruption.
We recommend booking 9 to 18 months in advance, especially for peak season dates between October and April. The most sought-after phinisi vessels and specific holiday periods (Christmas, New Year's, Easter) are often reserved more than two years out. This lead time also allows for better flight availability and pricing into Sorong (SOQ).
Our chefs are skilled in accommodating a wide range of dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and specific allergies. We collect this information via our pre-voyage guest form. With advance notice, our team can provision the vessel to meet any requirement, ensuring a superb culinary experience throughout your charter.
Plan Your Trip
Our dive concierge team is ready to design your private phinisi charter. We manage all logistics — from arrival in Sorong to your departure.
