Description
Boat
Emperor Harmoni was built during 2019 to 2022, and launched in September 2022. it is a 48 meters long, 9.5 meters wide schooner, one of only a select few liveaboards in this region to have two engines. It has been designed by divers for divers, taking into consideration Indonesia's unique and diverse conditions and harnessin, It will meet the very highest standards and expectations of today’s divers.
Emperor Harmoni was built of Sulawesi Ironwood and offering a truly new experience to liveaboard holidays, experience a true sense of sailing the Indonesian seas in freedom, style, comfort and confidence with her two engines. Itineraries include Komodo, Raja Ampat and Banda Sea.
On the main deck, it features a spacious restaurant, lounge area with a 49" HD flat screen, digital movie and music library, board games, bar and a camera suite. Enjoy spacious diving and relaxation areas or relax with a massage on deck, whatever your choice, this vessel will sure to bring harmony and joy.
Emperor Harmoni boasts an open rooftop sundeck for that all important suntan or relaxing sunset cocktails while the dive deck is situated at the stern of the vessel with easy access to the tenders leaving the front deck open for shaded relaxation in-between dives.
Emperor Harmoni offer diving from two large RIBs with outboards to get you to the perfect dive spot every time. It offers free Nitrox, all diving and safety equipment including SMBs free of charge and up to four dive guides.
Emperor Harmoni usually offer 2 - 3 land-based excursions for each trip, of course depends on the route, trip duration and weather conditions.
Cabin
Emperor Harmoni has 12 beautiful air-conditioned cabins, it can accommodate up to 24 guests per trip：
All cabins have a rich timber interior, equipped with ensuite bathroom with shower (2 cabin towels per guest, hairdryers available, on request.), individually controlled air-conditioning, electric toilets, storage area, fan and mini-safe, flat screen TV (USB connection), European round 2 pin using 220 volts/ AC 50Hz electric plugs.
2 Deluxe Upper Cabins：
Located on the upper deck, approx. 9sqm, each cabin comes with one double bed or two single beds side by side, seaview windows. Ensuite bathroom is approx. 4sqm.
2 Deluxe Upper Cabins：
Located on the upper deck, approx. 9sqm, each cabin comes with two single beds side by side, seaview windows. Ensuite bathroom is approx. 4sqm.
4 Deluxe Lower Cabins：
Located on the lower deck, approx. 9sqm, each cabin comes with a double bed, portholes. Ensuite bathroom is approx. 4.5sqm.
2 Deluxe Lower Cabins：
Located on the lower deck, approx. 11 - 12sqm, each cabin comes with both a double and single bed, portholes. Ensuite bathroom is approx. 4 - 5sqm.
Diving
- 3 dives per day + alternating additional night dives.
- No dive on the embarkation and disembarkation day.
- Only 1 - 2 dives will be provided on the last diving day.
- All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.
- SMBs will be provided free of charge for divers onboard.
Other Informations
- Nitrox：Complimentary for certified divers
- 15L Tanks：Available with additional cost
- REBREATHER Dive：Not available at the moment
- Technical Dive：Not available at the moment
- Dive Equipment Rental：Available with additional charge
- Dive insurance：Divers must have valid dive insurance
- Wi-Fi Internet ：Available with additional cost
- Laundry Service：Not available at the moment
- Massage Service：Not available at the moment
- Payment on board：Cash (USD/EUR/IDR) or credit card
- Crew Number：16 - 18, including 4 dive guides
Parcours ( V.O )
Bali, Sumbawa & Komodo
7 or 12 night trips | June to September | Bali to Komodo(7Nights) or Bali to Bali(12Nights)
This itinerary is not for beginners. Most dives will involve going to depth and currents can be strong. We recommend you have 50 logged dives to join this trip and require that you are Deep Diver/Advanced Open Water or equivalent.
It will provide a great opportunity to cruise from Bali and take in the wonderful scenery of Moyo Island, Sumbawa and Sangean Volcano before reaching Komodo National Park.
A 7-night cruise generally takes in sites in the Northern Sumbawa, Komodo Central Section and Northern Section.
Our 12-night Komodo cruise is for those with the spirit of adventure as we set sail to rarely-dived sites, tropical islands and volcanos. And will Include the south, Nusa Kode (South Rinca) area, plus a dive on the famous USAT Liberty wreck in Tulamben (Bali) on the final diving day.
Komodo Central Section - 7N & 12N
Gili Lawa Lawa: Castle Rock, Crystal Rock, Shotgun, Lighthouse Reef and Golden Passage
Tatawa: Tatawa Kecil and Tatawa Besar
Sebayor: Sebayor Kecil and Sebayor Mini Wall
Makasar Reef: Manta feeding and cleaning
Wai Nilu: Critter dive near the entrance to Rinca Drago walk ranger station
Batu Bolong: Rock out crop in the middle of the Komodo channel. (Dive protected side)
Komodo Northern Section - 7N & 12N
Sangeang Volcano: Hot Rocks and Deep Purple
Gili Banta: Star Wars and Roller Coaster
North West Komodo: Region of Batu Moncho
Komodo Southern Section - 12N only
Padar: Three Sisters and Secret Garden
Nusa Kode: Cannibal Rock, Yellow Wall of Texas, Boulders and Torpedo Alley
Manta Alley: South Komodo if conditions permit. Manta cleaning stations
Raja Ampat
7 & 9 night trips | December to May
Port : Waisai to Sorong
Emperor requires that you have 30 logged dives to join this trip. We require that you are Advanced Open Water or equivalent. All diving is made from zodiacs to give precise entry and exit points. Currents can be strong.
Our 9 night cruises take in sites in the Northern, Central and Southern Sections of the national park. Whereas the 7 night cruises visit the Northern and Central Sections.
Central Section - dives including
Gam: Mayhem, Dalam and Citrus Ridge
Penemu: Barracuda Point, My Reef, Melisa's Garden and Galaxy
Airborek: Airborek Jetty, Manta Sandy and Lolasi
Cape Kri Area: Cape Kri, Chicken Reef, Sardine Reef, Blue Magic, Mioskon and Mike's Point
Northern Section - dives including
Wayag: Pelagic Rock, Figure 8 Rock and the world-famous Wayag Lagoon
Kawe: Eagle Rock and Black Rock
Aljui Bay: Pearl Farm Jetty, White Wall, Teardrop and Waterlogged
Southern Section - dives including
Daram Area: Candy Store, Wet Dream and Two Tree
Wayilbatan Area: Wedding Cake, Barracuda, Dunia Kecil and Four Kings
Fiabacet Area: Boo Windows, Tank Rock, Nudi Rock, Shadow Reef and Whale Rock
Pele Area: Pele Playground, Netted Corner, Kaleidoscope and Tobblerone
Komodo & North Flores
9 night trips | April & October
Port : Labuan Bajo to Maumere or Maumere to Labuan Bajo
This itinerary offers the unique opportunity to dive and combine the best dives sites of Flores including Komodo and Maumere. The trip will start in either Labuan Bajo, the port of departure for the Komodo National Park and will end in Maumere, or vice versa. This itinerary offers guests the opportunity to enjoy some the most exciting dives sites Indonesia has to offer, across Komodo, and North Flores.
In the north Komodo, we have the black sands of the Sangeang Volcano with its critters and bubble flows and the reefs around Gili Banta. The south provides cooler temperatures with manta action and nutrient rich reefs with ocean flow from the Indian Ocean. The central section provides reefs and small islands teeming with life fed by the currents running between the islands of Komodo and Rinca.
Further east of the famous Komodo National Park lays the island of Flores, the mountainous result of volcanic activity, which makes for stunning scenery above and below the water. Diving will mainly be in the area of Maumere Bay which is an extensive, beautiful bay surrounded by volcanoes, gentle hills and rimmed by islands. The area has around 30 dive sites to choose from, including some excellent muck sites.
Land visits: See the famous Komodo Dragon in its natural habitat, beautiful beaches, look-outs to climb and a paradise both below and above the water. Visit to the traditional village of Bonto on Sangeang Island.
Plus
| Destinations | Alor, Komodo, Mer de Banda, Raja Ampat, Bali et Lombok |
|---|---|
| Disponible à bord | Support Nitrox, Plongée Sidemount, Station pour Photographe, Wi-Fi |
| Langues parlées à bord | Anglais, Allemand, Espagnol |
Horaires & trajets
Prix & conditions
Inclus
- Transferts de l'aéroport et/ou de l'hôtel au yacht
- Frais de parcs marins et de port
- TVA et taxes locales
- Supplément carburant
- Formule repas pension complète (y compris les collations)
- Dispensaire d'eau, café instantané, thé
- Boisson alcoolisée gratuite avec le dîner
- Activité de plongée (y bouteilles, ceinture et plombs)
- Guide de plongée
- Nitrox
- Excursions terrestres et activités
- Assurance accident de bateau
- Serviettes de cabine et articles de toilette
- Service de nettoyage de cabine
Non inclus
- Vols domestiques
- Boissons alcoolisées
- Boissons non alcoolisées
- Location d'équipement
- Bouteille 15L
- Formations possibles à bord
- Assurance de plongée (exigence obligatoire)
- Assurance de voyage
- Wi-Fi
- Pourboires
Informations pratiques
Alor
Best time for diving
April to November, as this is when both visibility and weather are at their best, while September is the best time to spot Mola Mola. The currents usually are strongest in October and November, making conditions more challenging. From late December until early March, Alor is usually considered as off-season due to the rainy season.
About temperatures
Air : winter months are between 26°C - 29°C, summer months are between 27°C - 32°C.
Sea : between 25°C - 27°C from March to April & October to November, between 27°C - 30°C from May to September. Thermoclines are common year round, the water can drop at times to 22°C or lower.
Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend a 5 mm full wetsuit. If you get cold easily, we recommend also bring gloves and a hood, or even a 7 mm full wetsuit.
Diver requirement
Suitable for all levels of diver from beginners to experienced. However, in the open blue, the current can be strong at times, so divers should to be comfortable with their skills. While the muck dive sites only have little current. You can find out more informations about diving in Alor here : Alor
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Alor liveaboard trips are usually from Maumere to Maumere, guests need to fly to Maumere airport (MOF).
However, some liveaboards often combine Alor with other destinations like Komodo, Banda Sea, Raja Ampat. Then you might only need to arrive or depart from Maumere.
Visa Requirements
Indonesia offers a free visa on arrival service for many nationalities which allows visitors to stay in the country for up to 30 days. A list of countries that are eligible for visa on arrival can be found on the Indonesian Government's Directorate General of Immigration.
Please note: Immigration officials in Indonesia may ask for proof of onward travel (e.g. a return or onward air ticket).
Vaccinations
Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travellers over the age of 9 months arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
Money Matters
The local currency is Indonesian Rupiah (IDR), all liveaboards accept cash payments in USD.
Rupiah can be purchased from all major banks and exchange outlets. Credit and debit cards are also accepted in major hotels, restaurants & shops.
Drones
There are very few restrictions on the use of drones for photography purposes within Indonesia. Please check Drone laws in Indonesia for details.
Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such service.
Komodo
Période: les croisières a Komodo sont possible toute l'année avec une haute saison de Avril à Octobre.
Les visas: pour la plupart des nationalités dans le monde entier, un visa touriste valide pour 30 jours peut être obtenu à l'arrivée à l'aéroport de Bali. Le cout est de 35,00 USD en espèces. Ces visas d'entrée ne peuvent pas être prolonges sur place..
Climat: climat équatorial Tropical dans tout le pays, la fourchette de température quotidienne moyenne est de 26° à 30° ( peut être 35° à 38° sur terre au cours de la randonnée chez les rangers du parc )
Eau: les températures de l'eau sont généralement supérieure à 28° dans le Nord et plutôt vers 24°/26° dans le sud.
Vêtements: les vêtements légers et aérés sont idéales, prévoir un pull/veste légère pour les soirées.
Fiches: Type C Europlug, 230V 50 Hz
Vols: les vols vers Labuan Bajo (LBJ) sont accessible principalement depuis Bali (DPS), une connexion devrait arriver entre Jakarta et Labuan Bajo dans peu de temps.
-Les taxes d'aéroport au départ sont perçus à chaque aéroport indonésien. Ces taxes doivent être payées en espèces en Roupie indonésienne (IDR). Les frais pour les départs domestiques varient entre IDR 20. 000-40 000 par personne. Dans les aéroports internationaux, les frais sont plus élevés, entre IDR 100.000-150.000 par personne.
-Veuillez noter que la franchise de bagages sur les vols intérieurs sont limitée à 15kg par personne et les kilos supplémentaires a régler sur place entre 1€/2€ par Kilo..
Devises: la monnaie officielle est la roupie indonésienne (IDR), les bureaux de change se trouvent dans les villes principales. Les distributeurs sont disponibles dans la plupart des villes (Visa/Masterd carte/Unionpay). Les cartes de crédit ne sont pas acceptées partout et des frais sont souvent appliques.
Mer de Banda
Best time for diving
October to November & March to April, the seas are generally calmer during these months and in October to November there is higher chance to see hammerhead sharks. From May to August the surface conditions can get quite rough.
The visibility is generally good to excellent in Banda Sea areas, except in Ambon bay and in other bays for critter dives. Currents are low to moderate on most of the sites, however, strong currents may occur at times.
About temperatures
Air : range between 25°C - 31°C year-round.
Sea : range between 26°C - 29°C year-round.
Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend a 3 - 5 mm full wetsuit throughout the year.
Diver requirement
Most dive sites are suitable for all levels with a few exceptions that are suitable only for advanced divers. You can find out more informations about diving in Banda Sea here : Banda Sea
Embarkation / Disembarkation
The embarkation / disembarkation can be in Ambon (AMQ), Kaimana (KNG), Maumere (MOF), Sorong (SOQ), Waisai (RJM), Saumalaki (SXK) etc. As some of the Banda Sea trip will combine with other destinations like Raja Ampat, Halmahera, Triton Bay. So please ask our agent to know the exact port for your trip.
Visa Requirements
Indonesia offers a free visa on arrival service for many nationalities which allows visitors to stay in the country for up to 30 days. A list of countries that are eligible for visa on arrival can be found on the Indonesian Government's Directorate General of Immigration.
Please note: Immigration officials in Indonesia may ask for proof of onward travel (e.g. a return or onward air ticket).
Vaccinations
Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travellers over the age of 9 months arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
Money Matters
The local currency is Indonesian Rupiah (IDR), all liveaboards accept cash payments in USD.
Rupiah can be purchased from all major banks and exchange outlets. Credit and debit cards are also accepted in major hotels, restaurants & shops.
Drones
There are very few restrictions on the use of drones for photography purposes within Indonesia. Please check Drone laws in Indonesia for details.
Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such service.
Raja Ampat
Période: les croisières plongées sont possible toute l'année a différents endroits, sachant que la haute saison pour l'itinéraire classique est de Novembre à Avril et permet de faire Misool et le Nord. De Mai a Octobre les itinéraire et le nombre de bateaux sont plus restreints et vont principalement a Cendewarashi et Dampier Strait.
Les visas: pour la plupart des nationalités dans le monde entier, un visa touriste valide pour 30 jours peut être obtenu à l'arrivée à l'aéroport. Le cout est de 35,00 USD en espèces. Ces visas d'entrée ne peuvent pas être prolonges sur place..
Climat: Raja Ampat est situé sur l'Équateur et a un climat tropical chaud et humide. La température de l'air est assez contante toute l'année et peut descendre à 24° C durant la nuit, tandis que le maximum pendant la journée est de 31° C. L'humidité moyenne est de 83 %.
Eau: les températures de l'eau sont généralement supérieure à 27°/29°
Vêtements: les vêtements légers et aérés sont idéales, prévoir un pull/veste légère pour les soirées.
Fiches: Type C Europlug, 230V 50 Hz
Vols: la ville de Sorong (SOQ) , en Papouasie occidentale est la principale porte d'entrée à Raja Ampat. Sorong est principalement accessible via des connexions de Jakarta, Denpasar Bali et Makassar
-Les taxes d'aéroport au départ sont perçus à chaque aéroport indonésien. Ces taxes doivent être payées en espèces en Roupie indonésienne (IDR). Les frais pour les départs domestiques varient entre IDR 20. 000-40 000 par personne. Dans les aéroports internationaux, les frais sont plus élevés, entre IDR 100.000-150.000 par personne.
-Veuillez noter que la franchise de bagages sur les vols intérieurs sont limitée à 15kg par personne et les kilos supplémentaires a régler sur place entre 1€/2€ par Kilo..
Devises: la monnaie officielle est la roupie indonésienne (IDR), les bureaux de change se trouvent dans les villes principales. Les distributeurs sont disponibles dans la plupart des villes (Visa/Masterd carte/Unionpay). Les cartes de crédit ne sont pas acceptées partout et des frais sont souvent appliqués.
Bali et Lombok
Période : Les croisières plongées sont possible toutes l'année sachant que la meilleure saison est de Avril à Septembre (Bali) et de Avril à Novembre (Lombok).
Visas : Pour la plupart des nationalités un visa touriste est délivré a l'arrivée de l'aéroport de Bali, ce visa est valide pour 30 jours et coute 35 USD. Il est maintenant possible de régler en EURO également mais a un taux de change défavorable. Ce type de visa ne peut pas être prolonge dans le pays.
Climat : La température moyenne et constante toute l'année est entre 26°/30°.
Eau : La température de l'eau sur la cote Nord est de 27°-30° toute l'année en revanche lors des plongées à Nusa Penida et Lembongan, prévoir de louer une combinaison 5mm/7mm car la température est aux environs de 19°/21° (apprécié par les Mola - Mola)
Vêtements : Vêtements d'été léger avec une veste pour les soirées et généralement à bord la climatisation est assez basse dans tous les espaces communs.
Fiches : Type C Europlug, 230V @ 50Hz
Vols : Les vols internationaux peuvent arriver directement à BALI depuis l'Europe ou depuis Jakarta.
A votre départ ou pour n'importe quel vol interne en Indonesie vous devrez payer des taxes d'aéroport en monnaie locale uniquement. Celles-ci sont très basses et correspondent en moyenne a 20,000 à 40,000 IDR pour un vol domestique (1.5€ - 3€) et entre 100,000 à 150,000 IDR pour un vol international (8€ - 12€).
Les bagages autorisés en soute en Indonesie sont souvent de 15 kg avec les compagnies domestiques locales (Lion Air, transnusa, Batavia Air, Sriwijaya) mais le KG supplémentaire à régler sur place est de l'ordre de 15,000/20,000 IDR (1€/2€ par kilo).
Devises : La monnaie officielle Indonésienne est la Roupie IDR. Vous pouvez facilement changer des EUROS et USD un peu partout dans les bureau de changes locaux mais le taux diffère donc vérifiez avant de changer. Les distributeurs ne permettent pas de gros retrait (max 150€/250€ par retrait) donc prévoyez un peu d'espèces a changer. Les cartes de crédit ne sont pas acceptées partout et il y a souvent 3% ou 4% de frais avec un paiement par carte.
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