The Ambai liveaboard 13D12N Saumlaki, Ambon is one of Indonesia’s most isolated and rewarding liveaboard trips. It connects the pristine, pelagic-rich wilderness of the Forgotten Islands (Pulau-Pulau Tersembunyi) with the famous muck diving mecca of Ambon. This 13-day trip on the famous expedition ship KM Ambai starts in the remote outpost of Saumlaki in the Tanimbar Islands. From there, you can explore the untouched atolls and submerged seamounts of the Forgotten Islands. This area is known for its shark congregations, huge schools of fish, and stunning coral walls that only a few divers see each year. Then, you’ll cruise north across the Banda Sea to Ambon Bay, where your voyage will end as you look for unusual creatures like the psychedelic frogfish. This Forgotten Islands and Ambon liveaboard is the best choice for experienced divers who want a real frontier trip that mixes exploring the open ocean with finding amazing macro life.
The Ambai Liveaboard Saumlaki, Ambon trip is a masterclass in exploring distant areas. It lasts 13 days and uses the ship’s famed expedition skills to get to some of the Coral Triangle’s most remote and pristine habitats. The longer route gives you enough time to properly enjoy the untouched reefs and exciting blue-water pelagic activity of the Forgotten Islands before moving on to the more personal, critter-focused dives of Ambon. On the Ambai, which is known for being very stable and having a crew that knows these faraway waters better than anyone else, you will sail along historic nautical routes in luxury and safety. This 13-day trip is a bucket-list item for serious divers and underwater photographers who want to go on an authentic Indonesia liveaboard expedition to a real last frontier. It will give you a deep and life-changing connection with the untouched heart of the Banda Sea and its most interesting inhabitants.
More About SeahorseDives: Approximately 36 dives in total
Experience: Advanced Open Water – 30 minimum logged dives required.
Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Beach BBQ, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Extra Dives, Nitrox, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Naturalist Guide, Stand Up Paddleboard, Water Ski, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, WiFi internet.
Required Extras: Fuel Surcharge (100-200 EUR), National Park Fees (150-250 EUR).
Optional Extras: Dive Insurance, Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Nitrox Course, Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses, Snorkel Gear, Snorkeling Guide, Laundry / Pressing Services (1-2 EUR per item), Massage (20 EUR per activity).
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33 Dives
Certificate: Advanced Open Water
30 minimum logged dives required
Forgotten Islands, Ambon, Banda
33 Dives
Certificate: Advanced Open Water
30 minimum logged dives required
Raja Ampat, Triton Bay
33 Dives
Certificate: Advanced Open Water
30 minimum logged dives required
Raja Ampat, Halmahera, Bitung
36 Dives
Certificate: Advanced Open Water
50 minimum logged dives required
Ambon, Banda Sea
24 Dives
Certificate: Advanced Open Water
50 minimum logged dives
Triton Bay, Raja Ampat
33 Dives
Certificate: Open Water
30 minimum logged dives
The complete staff makes this vacation so great. They are young and really care about what they do. There were a lot of different dive spots to choose from. There were a lot of baracudas, as well as sharks and macro. We will definitely ride this boat again.
