Description
Boat
Solitude Adventure is 35 meters long, 12 meters wide Aluminium Catamaran vessel, it was originally built in 2000, and fully refurbished in 2017. With two 1380HP engines, it cruise at 10 knots per hour. It features the latest navigation, communication and safty systems, aim to provide the best liveaboard experience to divers all around the world.
Solitude Adventure offering guests spacious social spaces as well as personal privacy over the four decks: There is a large sundeck with with sun chairs and matters for relaxing use, a perfect place for reflecting on the day as the sun goes down.
On the upper deck, there are shaded leisure deck with outdoor lounge/dining area, fully equipped bar. On the main deck, the air-conditioned indoor saloon not only provide audio and video entertainment facilities but also a library with books, cards and board games. Plus, onboard there is paid internet service for guests who wish to stay connected with family and friends.
The shaded spacious dive deck is located on the back of the main deck, equipped with camera station room. There are three air compressors and Nitrox membrane system onboard, as well as rebreather support. Plus two 5.5m dive skiffs with 90HP engines are at your service.
Solitude Adventure provide guests buffet style meals with a variety of dishes to suit everyone: Western and Indonesian cuisine with vegetarian options, in between the meals, there are self-serve snacks and light bites available even during sleeping hours. All the non-alcohol beverages are included, such as popular selections of soft drinks, tea, instant coffee, drinking water etc.
Cabin
Solitude Adventure has 8 guest cabins in total, it can accommodate max. 18 guests :
All cabins have en-suite bathroom, A/C, safe deposit box, hair-dryer, bath/face towels, bath and shampoo gel, as well as 240V - 50Hz electricity outlets, storage places.
1 VIP Stateroom (SR) :
Located on the main deck, the best and largest cabin onboard. It comes with a kingsize double bed and an extra day bed for kid if needed, working desk for two persons, and big windows.
6 Deluxe Cabins (D1 - D6) :
Located on the upper deck, each cabin comes with two single beds side by side, single working desk and large floor-to-ceiling windows.
1 Quad Cabin (QC) :
Located on the main deck, it's a good choice for a group of friends. This cabin comes with 4 twin bunk beds, working desk, large windows.
Diving
- 3 dives per day + alternating additional night dives.
- No dive provided on the day of arrival and departure.
- Only 2 dives will be provided on the day before departure.
- All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.
- Divers will be provided with Nautilus Lifeline GPS free of charge.
Other Information
- Nitrox：Available with additional cost
- 15L Tanks：Available with additional cost
- REBREATHER Dive：Only on Full Charters with surcharge
- Technical Dive：Only on Full Charters with surcharge
- Dive Equipment Rental：Available with additional charge
- Dive insurance：Divers must have valid dive insurance
- Wi-Fi Internet ：Available with additional supplement
- Laundry Service：Available with additional supplement
- Massage Service：Not available yet at the moment
- Payment on board：Visa, MasterCard or cash (USD/IDR)
- Crew Number：Unknown, include 3 - 4 dive guides
Parcours ( V.O )
Raja Ampat | 8D/7N
Day 1: Sorong - Embarkation & Welcome Briefing
Day 2: Mansuar Island
Day 3: Various locations around Raja Ampat.
Day 4: West Dampier Strait
Day 5: West Dampier Strait
Day 6: West Dampier Strait
Day 7: Waisai
Day 8: Sorong - Farewell Briefing & Disembarkation
Raja Ampat & Misool | 12D/11N
Day 1: Sorong - Embarkation & Welcome Briefing
Day 2: Waisai & Mansuar Island
Day 3 - 4: West Dampier Strait - Gam, Yangefo, and Airborek
Day 5 - 6: Piaynemo, Rock Island Viewpoint
Day 7 - 10: Misool area
Day 11: East Misool
Day 12: Sorong - Disembarkation
Raja Ampat & Misool & Halmahera & Lembeh |13D/12N
Day 1: Sorong - Embarkation & Welcome Briefing
Day 2 - 3: RAJA AMPAT
Day 4 - 6: Misool
Day 7: Pulau Pisang / Pulau Batu Anyur Kecil
Day 8: Pulau Bacan / Pulau Kusu
Day 9: Pulau Kusu
Day 10: Pulau Saleh Kecil / North Saleh Besar
Day 11: Patientie Strait
Day 12: Pulau Tifore
Day 13: Disembark to Solitude Lembeh Resort
Komodo | 7D/6N
Day 1: Labuan Bajo - Embarkation & Welcome Briefing
Day 2: North & East Komodo - 2 Dives in the North & 2 Dives East
Day 3: South Komodo
Day 4 - 5: North Komodo
Day 6: Central Komodo - 2 dives then visit the Komodo gragons
Day 7: Disembarkation in Labuan Bajo
Maumere to Komodo | 9D/8N
Day 1: Maumere - Embarkation & Welcome Briefing
Day 2: Pulau Raja
Day 3: Central Komodo
Day 4: Gili Lawa Darat & Gili Lawa Laut
Day 5: Southern Komodo
Day 6: Manta Alley & Horseshoe Bay. Padar Island Viewpoint
Day 7: North/Central Channel
Day 8: North/Central Channel, Komodo Dragon tour on Rinca island
Day 9: Disembarkation in Labuan Bajo
Maumere & Alor & Komodo | 15D/14N
Day 1: Maumere - Embarkation & Welcome Briefing
Day 2: Maumere’s Surrounding Islands
Day 3: Lewaling Bay
Day 4 - 6:Pantar Straight
Day 7: Adunara
Day 8: Pulau Raja
Day 9: North/Central Komodo
Day 10: North Komodo
Day 11: South/Central Komodo
Day 12: South Komodo
Day 13: Padar Island
Day 14: Rinca Island
Day 15: Disembarkation in Labuan Bajo
Banda Sea | 9D/8N
Day 1: Ambon - Embarkation & Welcome Briefing
Day 2: Suanggi & Run Island
Day 3: Manuk Island.
Day 4: Serua Island
Day 5: Hatta Reef & Hatta Island
Day 6 -7 : Islands of Banda Neira, Fortress Land Tour
Day 8: Nusa Laut
Day 9: Disembarkation in Ambon
Other Itineraries
Please contact us to find out more details and day to day planning!
Plus
| Destinations | Alor, Raja Ampat, Centre et nord de Sulawesi, Halmahera, Komodo, Mer de Banda |
|---|---|
| Disponible à bord | Support Nitrox, Plongée Sidemount, Support Rebreather, Station pour Photographe, Nautilus GPS, Wi-Fi, Blanchisserie |
| Langues parlées à bord | Anglais |
Horaires & trajets
Prix & conditions
Inclus
- Transferts de l'aéroport et/ou de l'hôtel au yacht
- TVA et taxes locales
- Formule repas pension complète (y compris les collations)
- Dispensaire d'eau, café instantané, thé
- Boissons non alcoolisées
- Activité de plongée (y bouteilles, ceinture et plombs)
- Guide de plongée
- Excursions terrestres et activités
- Assurance accident de bateau
- Serviettes de cabine et articles de toilette
- Service de nettoyage de cabine
Non inclus
- Vols domestiques
- Frais de parcs marins et de port
- Supplément carburant
- Boissons alcoolisées
- Location d'équipement
- Bouteille 15L
- Nitrox
- 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.
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.
Centre et nord de Sulawesi
Période: les croisières plongées au Nord Sulawesi sont possible toute l'année avec une saison haute 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. 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 23° à 30°. La saison des pluies va de Novembre à Avril.
Eau: les températures de l'eau sont généralement de 27°/29°, avec certaines parties plus froides comme au Detroit de Lembeh (25° en Juillet/Aout).
Vêtements: les vêtements légers et aérés sont idéales, prévoir un pull/veste légère pour les soirées.
Fiches: Type C Europlug, 230V 50 Hz
Vols: l'aéroport de Manado Sam Ratulangi permet des vols internationaux à destination/en provenance de Singapour (3,5 heures). Il y a également des vols fréquents vers Jakarta (3 h 15min) et depuis Makassar (1,5 heures)
-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.
Halmahera
Best time for diving
October to November and March to May, Halmahera can be dived all year round, but due to the monsoon season, from June to September it can be windy and the sea can be rough. And from December to February is considered as the rainy season.
Visibility is usually very good, ranging from 20-30 meters, Inside the bays the visibility may be less. Currents can be strong in the straits, weak in the areas protected by the islands.
About temperatures
Air : generally ranges between 25°C - 32°C year-round.
Sea : it is warm all year round, about 27°C - 31°C
Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend a 3 mm full wetsuit throughout the year.
Diver requirement
Suitable for all levels, however, divers should have some experience to enjoy the drift dives there. You can find out more informations about diving in Halmahera here : Halmahera
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Depending on which itinerary you choose, the embarkation / disembarkation can be in Bitung > Manado (MDC), Ternate (TTE), Bacan (LAH/WUB), or Morotai (OTI). The international airport with the best connections is Jakarta (CGK). You can also route through Bali (DPS) if you prefer.
However, some liveaboard trips will combine Halmahera with other destinations like Sulawesi (Lembeh), Raja Ampat, then the embarkation and disembarkation will be different. 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.
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.
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