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Just returned from a week in Raja Ampat. I stayed once again at Papua Diving - Sorido Bay Resort. I visited for the first time in 2019 and returned this year. Different management and management of dives also by new people. I think the food needs to improve. For the price you pay, you have to...

In 2025, it will be my 50th anniversary of active scuba diving. So I decided to book a "bucket list" trip to Indonesia. After debating between RA and Komodo I finally decided on Komodo. I used Bluewater Photo and worked with one of their agents, Anne, to book a trip on the Mermaid I. I...

Good Day Divers, I'm planning a trip to Raja Ampat and would love to hear your opinions on the best areas to dive. Is there a specific area within Raja Ampat that most of the liveaboards focus on? Is it broken up into different areas with some being way better diving than others, or are there...

Greetings fellow divers, I'm looking for information on marine life in Wakatobi National Park, Indonesia. I'm most interested in the smaller macro life that I can expect to find here. However, any tips on unique mid-sized or large life I should keep an eye out for is also welcomed. In addition...

I'll begin by saying that I know I'm booking super late - I will unexpectedly be in the area and thought I would try take advantage of it. The boats mentioned all have availability for my dates. Many other popular ones do not, so I haven't listed those. I'm hoping to do my first liveaboard trip...

Mermaid I Liveaboard Biodiversity Cruise Oct 31 - Nov 15, 2026 We have two (2) remaining lower deck berths (one cabin) on the Mermaid I liveaboard on an amazing biodiversity trip. This charter travels to Raja Ampat, the Banda Sea, the Forgotten Islands, and Ambon. Dates are October 31 to...

TL;DR: Maintenance issues plagued the trip, leading to the loss of 3 days of diving (⅓ of the trip) and a Coast Guard incident. Diving was overall excellent with the superb reefs, but viz was fairly limited. Crew was fantastic and did their best to accommodate the delays and issues. ISSUES...

This report details our third 18-day excursion to Sorido Bay Resort (SBR) in December 2023 - January 2024. RESERVATION As per usual, I arranged our reservation directly with the resort, my preferred method of booking. Booking directly also enrolls you in their loyalty program, granting 15%...

Our new video, "Underwater Wonders of Raja Ampat: Diving Dampier Strait with Papua Diving," takes you on an unforgettable journey through the region's most breathtaking dive sites. Join us as we explore the Dampier Strait, encountering majestic manta rays, graceful Wobbegong sharks, and a...

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TLDR - Best boat, best crew, best food, best diving experience. Just book it! My wife and I just finished the Jurassic (6 day 5 night) Komodo dive liveaboard and it was incredible! The boat - beautiful Phinisi boat purpose built for diving. Awesome spacious dive deck with big wash tanks...

This 4K HDR video captures the magic of our September-October 2023 two-week journey through the diverse underwater worlds of Komodo, Flores, and Alor. Embark on an adventure aboard the luxurious liveaboard, The Seven Seas, and discover the incredible marine biodiversity and vibrant coral reefs...

In early March, my partner and I embarked on a 10-day journey aboard the Aliikai Voyage, and it was nothing short of spectacular. From the moment we arrived in Sorong a day prior to our departure, we were treated with exceptional hospitality. The crew greeted us in the morning and, within an...

Check out my latest video that shows underwater world of Tulamben and Amed in Bali, Indonesia, filmed in 4K HDR. Please let me know if you have any questions or comments. If you liked this video, please don't forget to give it a LIKE and show us your support. And, if you want to stay up to date...

My wife and I spent 11 nights at Bali Dive Resort and Spa in Tulamben in October 2023. I booked this trip through BlueWater Travel, which always provides excellent service. The resort offers great value. It's spacious and well-managed, with large and comfortable rooms. The dive operation is...

Context Dive Location: Ambon, Indonesia Dive Resort: Spice Island Divers Timeframe: April, 2024 My Credentials: PADI Rescue; 265 dives across 10 countries Review of Diving I spent 8 days at the resort, with about 6 full days of diving, for a grand total of 25 dives. Every day, I completed the 3...

Me and my wife have a Bali trip planned for July and wanted to take to opportunity to also visit Raja Ampat for some diving resorts. We are beginner divers with <10 dives and did a bunch of planning and decided to stay at Raja Ampat Biodiversity for a short 4 day stay. We know our dive site...

Hi! I will be going to RA for the first time October of this year (stoked!!). - WK1: papau explorers - WK2: Soul Scuba on Kri island - WK3: tbc - Wk4: tbc After soul scuba, I could take the 10D9N Epica liveaboard to misool (itinerary here...

New White Manta Liveaboard Last Minute to Lembeh Indonesia May 20-29, 2024 Limited Space New White Manta Liveaboard - Last Minute to Lembeh Indonesia. May 20-29, 2024. This is a 10 day / 9 night & 26 dive safari, starting with world famous muck diving in Lembeh then across the Celebes Sea...

Check out my latest video, showcased at NABSHOW 2024 in Las Vegas, within SONY's Booth on a continuous loop, highlighting the capabilities of their professional camcorder PXW-Z90. NAB stands for the National Association of Broadcasters. This video guides you through the premier scuba diving...