The Ilike Liveaboard 12D11N Kaimana, Raja Ampat adventure is a groundbreaking liveaboard trip for real explorers that takes you deep into the most remote and least-visited part of the Raja Ampat archipelago. This 12-day trip starts at Kaimana, a hidden jewel known for its stunning soft coral landscapes and gorgeous underwater atolls. It then sails north to visit the famous sites in central Raja Ampat. On the luxurious Ilike Liveaboard, you’ll take a path less traveled and see Kaimana’s world-class sites, like the colorful Triton Bay, which is known for its unique whale shark interactions and mesmerizing black water diving. Then you’ll dive into the fish-filled currents of the Dampier Strait. This long Raja Ampat liveaboard is the best option for experienced divers who want to visit everything this underwater wonderland has to offer, from its peaceful southern delights to its famous northern hotspots.
The Kaimana to Raja Ampat liveaboard route has a unique advantage: it tells a complete story about how the ecosystems of the archipelago have changed throughout time. The trip takes you from Kaimana’s safe, colorful atolls and distinctive limestone cave dives to the strong, current-swept peaks of central Raja Ampat, like Cape Kri and Blue Magic, where there are many of schooling fish and manta rays. This 12-day Indonesia liveaboard gives you enough time to slowly explore the beautiful but delicate ecosystems of Triton Bay and the Bird’s Head Seascape. These regions are hard to include on shorter trips. The Ilike Liveaboard 12D11N Kaimana, Raja Ampat itinerary is a dream come true for underwater photographers and thrill-seekers. It combines uncommon encounters, untouched terrain, and famous wildlife into one amazing trip.
More About IlikeDives: Approximately 30 dives in total
Experience: Advanced Open Water – 75 minimum logged dives required.
Itinerary Extras: * We require a minimum of 75 logged dives and AOW (or equivalent) certification. If clients have between 50 and 75 logged dives, they can book a private dive guide (subject to availability).
The crew will transfer the Guests from the Airport to the ship. After a nice Welcome briefing by our Cruise Director, cabin allocation and ship orientation will take place – before embarking on Sorong. Guests can familiarize themselves with the vessel, set up equipment, and get comfortable.
We offer 3-4 dives daily, including a night dive if possible. When crossing only 2 dives a day can be scheduled.
Final day of diving with 1-2 scheduled dives – sailing towards Ambon.
After breakfast and check-out, we start preparing for disembarkation in Ambon. We say goodbye to our guests and wish them farewell! The crew will organize the transfer to the Airport and assist at check-in for onward flights.
Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Extra Dives, Land Excursions, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels.
Required Extras: Park, Port and Fuel Fees (350 EUR per trip).
Optional Extras: Dive Insurance, Travel Insurance, Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Nitrox, Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Snorkel Gear, Laundry / Pressing Services, Massage.
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The diving at Misool and the dive guides were both top-notch. The muck diving later was great, and swimming on the Equator as it was steaming up and down was something I’d never done before.
