Dive into extraordinary marine life adventures on the lavish Damai I liveaboard in Raja Ampat. Daily photographic workshops are complimentary!
Revamped Exotic Diving Adventure: Raja Ampat Liveaboard Trip Feb 2027
Hey there,. adventurous souls! Dive into a phenomenal underwater adventure with us, as we embark on a luxurious liveaboard trip to Raja Ampat, Indonesia from February 3 - 14, 2027. Get ready for an unforgettable 11-night journey, as our max group size of 12 explorers take on some of the world's most incredible diving in the top bucket-list destination.
Why go on this voyage?
- Discover the outstanding biodiversity of Raja Ampat, making it the pinnacle of diving experiences.
- Raja Ampat is often hailed as divers' number one top-pick dive destination worldwide.
- Experience the best of Raja, diving top north and south dive sites throughout the itinerary.
- Luxury liveaboard experience like no other aboard the Damai I, offering the ultimate comfort and service.
- Encounter schools of mind-blowing corals, manta rays, wobbegong sharks, and the highest marine diversity on earth.
- Join our complimentary photo workshop to hone your photography skills.
- Take advantage of a fully refundable deposit up to 18 months before departure.
Meet your Trip Leader: Dan Bishop
Get ready to dive with passion and expertise under the guidance of our Trip Leader, Dan Bishop — an accomplished underwater photographer and dive enthusiast based in northern Virginia.
Dive Destination: Raja Ampat
Be captivated by the pristine, vibrant waters of Raja Ampat, where a convergence of swift nutrient-rich currents nurtures an exceptional marine life paradise. Witness the kaleidoscope of corals brimming with color and activity, taking in an unparalleled experience that most can't capture in digital format.
Join us as we unravel the secrets of our 2023 Raja Ampat trip here.
The Damai I: Your Home Afloat
Settle into the epitome of comfort and luxury aboard the Damai I, a ship meticulously designed for a comfortable and memorable diving experience. Outfitted with the latest navigation, communication, and safety equipment, the Damai I redefines safety, comfort, and passenger amenities in luxury liveaboard diving.
Marine Life Awaits!
Dive into a world teeming with marine life, as Raja Ampat enchants with over 2,000 species of fish and some of the highest biodiversity on the planet. Witness encounters with wobbegong sharks, jacks, barracuda, Napoleon wrasse, trevally, bumphead parrotfish, pygmy seahorses, batfish, angelfish, butterflyfish, barramundi cod, and a diverse variety of nudibranchs. Scan deeper waters to spot reef sharks and various schooling fish, making you feel surrounded by an underwater paradise.
Inclusions and Exclusions
- FREE daily photo workshops and tutorials
- FREE Nitrox
- Accommodation in a standard cabin, double occupancy
- All meals and drinks (excluding wine and spirits)
- Unlimited daytime diving and night dives (subject to request and schedule)
- Full rental gear
- Tanks, weights, and weight belts
- Laundry service
- Massages
- Land tours and group activities organized by Dive Damai during the cruise
- Government taxes
- Return transfers to/from the vessel to/from the airport or hotel on the day of embarkation and disembarkation, within a distance of 20km
- All vessel port and harbor fees ($440 per person, subject to change)
- National Park/maritime areas entrance fee ($150 per person, subject to change)
- Dive insurance (MANDATORY)
- Travel insurance (MANDATORY)
- Airfare to and from Sorong. Ask us for airfare assistance if required
- Visa, hotels, and food ashore before and after the cruise
- Gratuity
Trip Type: Photography Workshop
Our photography workshop is designed for divers with an interest in underwater photography, but anyone is welcome to join! This workout features daily sessions led by our esteemed photo instructors, providing valuable insight, in-water photography support, and one-to-one guidance.
Your Cabin Options
- Single Cabin: $9,515
- Cabin 7: $6,480
- Master Cabin 5: $7,865
- Master Cabin 6: $8,635
- Double Cabin: $7,315
Come, join us, as we conquer the seas and embark on a luxurious, once-in-a-lifetime voyage to Raja Ampat. Register now to claim your spot before it's too late! Prices include dive gear, massages, and laundry, as detailed in our package details here.
- Embrace the vibrant underwater world of Raja Ampat, a top dive destination with outstanding biodiversity.
- Raja Ampat is globally acclaimed as divers' ultimate choice for an unparalleled diving experience.
- Explore the North and South dive sites on this luxurious liveaboard trip, cruising aboard the Damai I.
- The Damai I offers unparalleled comfort and service, making your trip an experience of luxury.
- Prepare to swim amongst schools of vivid corals, manta rays, wobbegong sharks, and various marine species.
- Join Dan Bishop, our skilled underwater photographer and dive enthusiast, as your guide on this adventure.
- Dive into the pristine, colorful waters of Raja Ampat, a breathtaking underwater spectacle.
- Witness rare encounters with nudibranchs, pygmy seahorses, angelfish, and other unique critters.
- Capture your underwater experiences with the help of complimentary photo workshops and tutorials.
- Upgrade your photography skills with in-water support and one-to-one guidance from our photo instructors.
- Suit up with all necessary gear, like dSLRs, mirrorless cameras, and compact point-and-shoot cameras.
- Greatly enhance your photos with proper lighting, focusing techniques, and settings to combat backscatter and silhouettes.
- Effectively adjust your exposures to ensure clear, well-lit images.
- Edit your captivating photos using software such as Lightroom, bringing out the best of the underwater lifestyle.
- Experience the diverse marine life and stunning coral reefs during this thrilling underwater adventure in Raja Ampat.
- Don't miss the opportunity to join us on this unforgettable expedition, register now for a spot on our 2027 Raja Ampat Liveaboard Trip.
