Liquid Adventures Indonesia

+Number of dives/site selection…

Each scheduled trip outlines the approximate number of dives planned for each cruise destination… Scuba diving Indonesia is always subject to weather conditions and more importantly safety... Dive site selection is subject to change by our cruise team without prior notice... There are many fantastic dive sites across the ring of fire and our objective is to take guests to the best… Repeat guests - we’ll take you to some new sites or more of those you really loved…

+Certification needed for diving in Indonesia...

Everyone is welcome on board our liveaboard dive boats, no matter what level your certification… Dive groups and site selection will be chosen to meet your safety, comfort and diving ability and is subject to the discretion of the cruise team... Our professional dive crew will take you on the easy route or to another site if you don’t like currents… If you are up for it, we’ll take you right into it, for all the action the site offers… You may wish to bring a reef hook for use at some dive sites…

+Dive guides and diver safety…

Our experienced dive crew would be delighted to assist you with the best diving in Indonesia... Divers are welcome to dive with their buddy on sites deemed suitable by the cruise leader... Please allow 24 hours between last dive and flying... Guests are requested to show diving certification cards on checking in, and are strongly recommended to have valid dive insurance (PADI, DAN or equivalent)…

+Departure and arrival times…

Each scheduled Liveaboard Indonesia trip defines Boarding time... Guests are recommended to arrive one day prior, to enjoy the beauty of the surrounding area and to be sure you can make your connection… Cruise departure time is subject to guest arrival times and conditions at sea… Please liaise with us for a suitable transfer pick up location, we work with many first class dive establishments and hotels allowing you to meet fellow guests and friends beforehand and leave your luggage in safety until boarding...

Each scheduled trip defines arrival time... Guests are recommended to depart one day after arrival to make sure you make your connection and allow 24 hours between last dive and flying... Arrival time is subject to conditions at sea and we can not be held responsible for missed flights booked on the day of arrival... Please liase with us for a suitable transfer drop off location...

+Domestic Flights…

The majority of local flights can now be booked using Traveloka.com, Visa and Mastercard are both accepted... Guests are strongy advised to arrive at least 1 day prior to their cruise to avoid any delays…

+Arrivals/Visa's

Most European Countries and North Americans will receive a 30 day visa upon arrival which can often be extended by 30 days, you must have a return flight ticket… Please double check with your local embassy or consulate if this is the case… Upon the day of your arrival, your passport must be valid at least 6 months…

+Water temperature and recommendations…

The tropical seas of our Raja Ampat liveaboards, sit within equatrial boundries, delivering water temperatures of aproximately 27-30 degrees, 3-5mm short/long thermal protection is prefered as cloud cover often frequents the day...

The Flores Sea (our Komodo liveaboards) with its usually clear blue waters and great visibility has a water temperature of approximately 26-28 degrees (northern dive locations) and most guests are comfortable with 3-5mm short/long thermal protection... The Sumba Sea (southern dive locations) has an average temperature of approximately 24 degrees… The awesome diving lets you forget about the cooler waters, however think about a 5mm long suit, possibly adding a vest or renting a short suit to go over the top if you feel the cold…

We do have a modest selection of long and short wetsuits on board which you can rent if you are cold or change into if you are too warm in your suit…

+Diving equipment on board…

Rental is charged on a per diving day basis... Full rental equipment is available (BC, air delivery system, fins, mask/snorkel set, wetsuit, belt and weights)… Please advise your rental equipment needs including sizes when you book... Kira Kira and Akomo Isseki both have 11.1 liter aluminum tanks on board... Tank valves are yoke and DIN... Any dive equipment failure or loss will require you to rent a replacement from us at our published rates… If rental equipment is lost/damaged, full replacement cost will be charged at the discretion of the Cruise Director… Published equipment prices are available on board…

+Camera Stations…

There is a rinse container for small/regular camera/video setups, please liase with us if you have specific camera/video needs… There are charging stations throughout the saloon area... Usually our dive team will have a laptop available in case you experience any problems with yours...

+Electrical current and plugs…

220 volt charging is standard throughout the boat… Please ask the team on boarding if you are not sure what to use…

+Meals…

Our Indonesian cooks are truly excellent, preparing a variety of Asian and Western dishes, BBQ’s, breads, cakes and treats... Please advise of any special dietary requirements upon booking, we will happily cater for vegetarian and vegan passengers, severe allergies should be discussed in depth at the enquiry stage…

+Currency…

Please pay all, on board costs in Indonesian Rupiah, Euro or USD... We suggest you also have some Rupiah for souvenir shopping and small shop items... Exchange rates vary throughout Indonesia, the further away from Bali the lower the exchange rate… The airport’s rate is lower than the rate you find at most small currency exchanges... Bank rates are low and take a long time… Euro and USD are accepted by the souvenir sellers in the Komodo National Park but Rupiah is preferred… There are several currency exchange services and ATM machines in all main departure areas we cruise from... Have a plentiful supply of Rupiah for the more exotic cruises as the local villagers will often come to the vessels with affordable and magical souvenirs you will not be able to resist...

+Crew tip/gratuity…

Our boat and dive crew will try very hard to deliver a high level of service, safety and professionalism tempered with lots of fun to optimize your holiday... Many of our guests use 5-10% of the cruise price as a tipping guideline... Tipping is voluntary and most appreciated on our Indonesia liveaboards…

+Luggage and what to bring…

All luggage can be taken on board… For return cruises only, if you have large bags you do not need on the trip, you may arrange to leave at your hotel or with one of our dive shop partners… Other items you may need on board are bathing suits, shorts, t shirts, sunglasses, hat and sunscreen, mosquito repellant and a light weight jacket or jumper… Good walking shoes for hiking to view points should be considered, trainers are fine - slip on sandals are often not...

+Can I be contacted while on board…

Guests can keep in touch with the families and loved ones at many points throughout their cruises via mobile phone and the tour leader will advise when signal is available…

+Insurance…

You need 2 types of insurance when planning your dive holiday… Diving insurance is strongly recommended due to the high cost for you, should you have a diving accident and require hospitalisation and/or hyperbaric chamber care... Please contact diversalertnetwork.com to check which DAN area can cover you or padi.com/dive-insurance ... General travel/cancellation insurance is also worth some consideration... There are several companies around the world that can assist and one we can suggest is worldnomads.com for reliable and professional service recommended by lonelyplanet.com... Please note, if you are unable to make your dive trip and the date has past our cancellation terms and conditions, we are very sorry but regardless of the circumstances we cannot refund or transfer to another date…

+Medical assistance…

We cruise to remote areas, scuba diving Indonesia, however we are prepared to handle most accident or medical emergencies... Our management team is available 24 hours a day (signal permitting) to expedite emergency evacuation plans to the nearest recompression facility and/or hospital... Our dive crews are first aid trained and we have an extensive first aid kit on board plus emergency oxygen... Please bring any of your own medications that you may need including sea sickness pills should you suspect you may suffer... You can help as well by making sure you are in good condition for diving, prevention is always better than the cure… Please remember to dive safely and to make sure your dive insurance is up to date…

+Malaria…

Generally speaking basic precautions such as covering at dawn/dusk and using mosquito repellent for land tours is satisfactory... If you are at all in doubt, please liaise with your doctor…

+Child Policy…

A diving child 10 years or older pays full diver price... A non diving child 12 years or older pays full non diver rate…. A non diving child 12 years or under pays 50% of diver rate if shares with 2 parents/guardians… A non diving child 12 years and under pays full non diver rate if sharing with only 1 parent/guardian… Parents/guardians have to be with the child at all times… If both parents want to dive and the child remains on board, we will hire an additional crew member at the parent’s cost to supervise the child’s activities only while the parents/guardians are in the water… Please give a minimum of 4 weeks notice to arrange this service...

+Offers and guest loyalty programs…

Please contact us to find out about any last minute Indonesia liveaboard diving offers, special programs and repeat guest discounts for direct guests...