Description
Boat
Oceanic is a newly renovated dive liveaboard runs by a Spanish dive team with 16 years of diving experience in Indonesia by operating the Ondina, it offer not only comfortable facilities onboard, but also outstanding service, and with only 12 guests maximum onboard, thus turing it into one of the best options for individuals, full charters, dive club as well as a samll group of dive buddies.
Oceanic is 28 meters long, 6 meters wide, with cruising speed at 9 knots per hour, and fully renovated in 2016. It is now ready and prepared to offer the excellent level for service, safety and comfort to guarantee a pleasant diving vacations in a romantic way to enjoy adventure and exploratory diving in the Inner Seas of Indonesia. There are 4 decks onboard :
The top sundeck is where guests can enjoy the sun bath and get good looking tan while enjoy a breathtaking veiw.
On the uppder foredeck, guests can find a cozy open lounge area with sofa beds and chairs next to the captain room, on the back of the upper deck, guests will enjoy a spacious outdoor relaxing area with lots of chaise longues, guests can relax here with friends in between the dives, enjoy some cold fresh drinks or even a relaxing massage.
On the main deck, there is a lovely air conditioned saloon with dinnig area, equipped with TV, DVD players, music system and an assortment of movies, CDs and books. Guests also can enjoy the 24hrs snack bar that provide cookies, potato chips, fruits, tea, coffee, different kinds of beverages.
On the back of the main deck is where the dive deck/room located, it is clean and ample room for all divers to gear up, equipped with camera table, a shelf with electrical socket for camera, personal gear boxes, in-place fill station, Nitrox membrane system, air compressors, large rinse tanks, as well as a public bathroom.
Cabin
Oceanic has 6 cozy and airy guest cabins, it can only accommodate up to 12 guests on board.
All cabins are equipped with ensuite bathroom with hand basin, shower and toilet, storage area, individual AC unit and outlets for charging electrical devices (220 volts).
1 Deluxe Cabins :
Located on the upper deck, this cabin comes with a double bed and a single (bunk-style in "T" shape), seaview windows.
1 Suite Cabins :
Located on the lower deck, it is the largest cabin onboard, comes with a double bed and a single (bunk-style), couch sitting area, and a work desk with chair, this cabin has a skylight window provide natural light.
4 Deluxe Cabins :
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with a double bed and a single (bunk-style), portholes.
Diving
- 3 dives per day + alternating additional night dives.
- 1 - 2 dives will be provided on the embarkation day
- 1 - 2 dives will be provided on the disembarkation day.
- All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.
Other Informations
- Nitrox：Available with additional cost
- 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 ：Not available at the moment
- Laundry Service：Not available at the moment
- Massage Service：Available with additional cost
- Payment on board：By cash (IDR/USD/EUR)
- Crew Number：12, including 2 dive guides
Parcours ( V.O )
Please contact us for the day to day detail itineraries.
Cenderawasih Bay 9D/8N | Manokwari - Manokwari
Dive in areas such as : Pulau Roon, the bagans in the Kwatisore area, Tanjung Mangguar, Nepanyaur Bay, Spag Point and Wild Fish Ridge, Pulau Rouw, the islands of Sewadeh, the southeast coast of Numfor and in 8 different landing craft from WWII, the Japanese WWII wrecks in the Manokwari Bay.
Komodo
Route 1 : Komodo & Sangeang: Bima - Labuan Bajo, Labuan Bajo - Bima
10D/9N, Dive in area such as : Bima bay, the volcanic island of Sangiang, Pulau Banta, Gili Lawa, the Straits between Komodo and Rinca, Pulau Siaba, Nusa Kode, Manta Alley, Pulau Padar, Batu Bolong or Tatawa or Sabolan and Sebayor.
Route 2 : Komodo, Moyo & Bali: Bali-Labuan Bajo, Labuan Bajo-Bali
10D/9N, Dive in area such as : Nusa Penida, Moyo island, the volcanic island of Sangiang, the Straits between Komodo and Rinca, Pulau Tengah, Pulau Siaba, South Komodo(Manta Alley, Pulau Padar), Nusa Kode, Pulau Padar, Batu Bolong or Tatawa or new sites around Padar.
Route 3 : All Komodo: Labuan Bajo-Labuan Bajo
10D/9N, Dive in area such as : Sebayor, the Straits between Komodo and Rinca, Pulau Tengah, Pulau Siaba, South Komodo(Manta Alley), Gili Motang Islands, the bays southeast of Rinca, Nusa Kode, Pulau Padar, Batu Bolong or Tatawa, or alternatively can do new sites around Padar.
Raja Ampat
Route 1 : Raja Ampat: Central-South 10D/9N
Sorong airport - Dampier Straits - Waigeo /Cape Kri - jetties of Airborek - Fam - Penemu Island - Misool area, Puri Pinnacle, the Fiabacet area, Wayilbatan - Pulau Boo - the Daram Islands
Route 2 : Raja Ampat: Central-North 10D/9N
Sorong - Dampier Straits - Waterlogged/Pearl Farm - Kawe - Wayag area - Fam - Yengefo - Mike’s Point & Chicken reef & the jetties of Yenbeser - Sardine Reef and Blue Magic.
Alor
Route 1 : Flores, Alor & Timor: Maumere-Kupang, Kupang-Maumere 10D/9N
Mainland Flores, East Flores, Tanjung Gedong, West Solor, the islands on SW Solor, South Lembata, Pulau Soangi, West Pantar, Babylon, The Great Wall of Pantar, Clownfish Valley, Gereja Tua, in South Pura, Beang Abang, Kupang.
Route 2 : Flores & Alor: Maumere-Kalabahi, Kalabahi-Maumere 10D/9N
Mainland Flores, East Flores, Tanjung Gedong, West Solor, the islands on SW Solor, South Lembata, Pulau Soangi, West Pantar, Beang Abang, Babylon, The Great Wall of Pantar, Clownfish Valley, Gereja Tua, in South Pura, Kalabahi Bay.
Triton Bay & Kai Islands | Tual - Tual | 10D/9N
Pulau Bui - Bui - Kurkap - Karang Paradise - Triton Bay -the bagans of Teluk Bitsyari with whalesharks - Namatote Wall and Pulau Arembai - North Aiduma - South Aiduma -Kay Besar.
Banda Sea
Route 1 : North Banda Sea & Kai Islands: Ambon - Tual, Tual - Ambon
10D/9N, Dive in areas such as : Ambon, Pulau Pombo, Pulau Suanggi, Spice Islands, Pulau Hatta and Karang Hatta in the southern part of Banda group, Pulau Koon, Kurkap, Pulau Bui, Pulau Tayandu.
Route 2 : All Banda Sea: Kalabahi-Ambon, Ambon-Kalabahi
12D/11N, Dive in areas such as : Kalabahi Bay, the west coast of Wetar, Nus Leur and each of the smaller islands of Terbang Utara and Terbang Selatan, the walls of Duisborgh Dries , Nil Desperandum , Pulau Serua, Banda Islands, the Spice Islands, Pulau Suanggi, Ambon Bay.
Route 3 : North & South Banda Sea: Ambon-Saumlaki, Saumlaki-Ambon
12D/11N, Dive in areas such as : Ambon Bay, Nusa Laut, pulau Soanggi, the northernmost island of the Banda group, the Spice Islands, Pulau Hatta and Karang Hatta(southern part of Banda group), pulau Manuk, Pulau Serua, Nil Desperandum, pulau Teun, Pulau Dawera, West Tanimbar.
Route 4 : North Banda Sea: Ambon-Ambon
10D/9N, Dive in areas such as : Ambon Bay, pulau Suanggi, pulau Manuk, Nil Desperandum, Pulau Serua, Pulau Hatta and Karang Hatta, the Spice Islands, pulau Hatta and Run, Nusa Laut
Plus
| Destinations | Alor, Triton Bay, Raja Ampat, Komodo, Baie de Cenderawasih, Mer de Banda |
|---|---|
| Disponible à bord | Support Nitrox, Plongée Sidemount, Équipements Nautiques, Station pour Photographe, Equipement de pêche, Massage ou Spa, Blanchisserie |
| Langues parlées à bord | Anglais, Espagnol |
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
- Utilisation de kayaks et/ou de SUPs
- 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
- Formations possibles à bord
- Service de massage ou spa
- Assurance de plongée (exigence obligatoire)
- Assurance de voyage
- 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.
Triton Bay
Best time for diving
November to April, most liveaboards visit Triton Bay during the Raja Ampat diving season, as from June the winds and rain can cause unpleasant sea conditions. However, rain is possible in West Papua anytime, not just in rainy season.
Some sites are subject to strong currents here, and the visibility in Triton Bay might change abruptly. Rarely exceeding 20 meters, it can lower to less than 10 meters, especially after a lot of raining in Triton Bay. Most of diving is shallow dives, no more than 35 meters.
About temperatures
Air : generally ranges between 25°C - 31°C year-round.
Sea : averaging around 26°C - 27°C from May to October, 29°C - 30°C from November to April.
Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend a 3 mm full wetsuit for November to April, a 5 mm full wetsuit for May to October.
Diver requirement
Suitable for most divers, however, on a number of sites in Triton Bay, a certain level of currents is necessary to attract interesting fish activities. So divers should be ok with the currents. You can find out more informations about diving in Wakatobi here : Triton Bay
Embarkation / Disembarkation
The nearby airport is Kaimana airport (KNG) in West Papua. However, liveaboards may utilize different ports depends on the itinerary, as often liveaboard trips will combine Triton Bay with other destinations like Raja Ampat, Banda Sea, 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.
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.
Baie de Cenderawasih
Best time for diving
Mid June to early November, diving is possible year-round, the plankton bloom usually happens between September and early April which attract the whale sharks even more, but you can see them in the bay year round. Liveaboards usually offer trips in Cenderawasih bay when other Indonesian sites are affected by inclement weather between June to October. Visibility can be between 10 - 35 meters here with mild currents.
About temperatures
Air : generally ranges between 25°C - 32°C year-round.
Sea : it is warm all year round, about 27°C - 30°C
Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend a 3 mm full wetsuit throughout the year.
Diver requirement
Suitable for all levels. You can find out more informations about diving in Cenderawasih bay here : Cenderawasih bay
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Depending on which itinerary you choose, the embarkation / disembarkation can be in Manokwari (MKW), Nabire (NBX), Biak (BIK). The international airport with the best connections is Jakarta (CGK).
However, some liveaboard trips will combine Cenderawasih bay with other destinations like 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.
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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