Aruna Odyssey
Aruna Odyssey is a 46-metre dive yacht for 20 guests, with ten en-suite cabins, a sun deck with a jacuzzi and nitrox included in the fare. She runs Komodo, the Banda Sea and Raja Ampat, with longer crossings between them.
She is a modern motor yacht rather than a wooden phinisi, 46 metres long with a 10-metre beam, cruising at 12 knots, which shortens the long legs across the Banda Sea. Her tanks carry 73,000 litres of fuel and 41,000 litres of fresh water. Starlink keeps guests connected at sea.
The boat
The ten cabins sit on three decks and every one has its own bathroom. The two Master Suites on the main deck have a king-size bed and large windows. Five Deluxe Twin cabins have two 1.4-metre beds: four on the upper deck with wide windows, one on the lower deck without windows. Three Superior Twin cabins have two 1.1-metre beds, one on the upper deck with windows and two on the lower deck.
Guests share an indoor saloon with a long dining table, a lounge, a camera room and a spa. Up top, the sun deck has a jacuzzi, a sky bar and an outdoor dining table under shade sails. Two dive tenders and a dinghy take divers to the sites, in groups of four or five per guide.
Deck plan
Itineraries
- Komodo, 7 nights. Batu Bolong, the manta cleaning stations at Manta Point, the Padar viewpoint and the dragons, with the colder south of the park and Manta Alley when weather and current allow.
- Banda Sea, 5, 7 or 8 nights. The Banda Islands and the volcanoes of the Ring of Fire, sea snakes at Manuk and Gunung Api, and the atoll of Karang Nil Desperandum. Hammerheads school at some of the seamounts, but sightings are never certain.
- Raja Ampat, 7 nights North and Central or 8 nights South and Central. The karst islands of Pianemo, the swim-through at Boo Window in Misool, pygmy seahorses on the sea fans and wobbegong sharks on the reefs.
- Misool to the Banda Sea, 8 nights. The crossing south from Raja Ampat.
- Raja Ampat and Halmahera to Gorontalo, 12 nights. The longest trip, north through the Halmahera Sea and on to Gorontalo in north Sulawesi.
Dates, prices and free cabins for each departure are listed below. The order of sites depends on weather and current, and the cruise director sets it on the day.
What is included, and what is not
- Included: transfers between the airport or your hotel and the port, the cabin on a twin-share basis, full board, coffee, tea, soft drinks and juices, 32% nitrox, 12-litre tanks and weights, and the dive guides.
- On request at no extra cost: 15-litre and 8-litre tanks, and DIN or J-valve tanks for sidemount and twin-set divers.
- Not included: international and domestic flights, hotels before and after the trip, park and port fees (set by the government and different for each region), a fuel surcharge where it applies, alcohol, travel and dive insurance, crew tips and rental gear. Full sets and dive computers can be rented on board.
- Single use of a cabin costs double the per-person rate.
Who she suits
Divers who want the long, remote routes without giving up comfort: a real bed, a private bathroom, fast internet and a jacuzzi after the last dive. Every trip asks for Advanced Open Water, with 30 to 100 logged dives depending on the route, and the booking panel shows the requirement for each departure. Prices are per person in a shared cabin. Ask us about a private charter.
Where you’ll sleep
The Cabins
Cabins aboard Aruna Odyssey liveaboard
Deluxe Room - Upper Deck
2 guests · twin · 4 cabins of this type
Deluxe cabin on the upper deck (rooms 1, 2, 4 and 5) with two 4.5 ft beds.
Deluxe room - Lower Deck
2 guests · twin
Deluxe cabin on the lower deck (room 10) with two 4.5 ft beds.
Master Suite
2 guests · king · 2 cabins of this type
Master suite on the main deck (rooms 6 and 7) with a king-size bed.
Superior Room - Lower Deck
2 guests · twin · 2 cabins of this type
Superior cabin on the lower deck (rooms 8 and 9) with two 3.5 ft beds.
Superior Room - Uppper Deck
2 guests · twin
Superior cabin on the upper deck (room 3) with two 3.5 ft beds.
Destination
Itineraries
Itineraries aboard Aruna Odyssey liveaboard
BANDA SEA
Day 1 | Embark from Laha, Ambon (2dives)
Aruna Odyssey staff meet you at Pattimura Airport, Ambon (AMQ) or hotel, Short journey to Laha Jetty to the ship. Jeti Laha / Rhino City
Day 2 | Suanggi Island, Banda Islands (4dives)
Pingpong / Jackpot / Suanggi Barat / Jackpot Rollover
Day 3 | Suanggi Island, Banda Islands (4dives)
Pingpong / Jackpot / Suanggi Barat / Jackpot Rollover
Day 4 | Suanggi Island, Banda Islands (4dives)
Pingpong / Jackpot / Suanggi Barat / Jackpot Rollover
Day 5 | Suanggi Island, Banda Islands (4dives)
Pingpong / Jackpot / Suanggi Barat / Jackpot Rollover
Day 6 | Disembark at Laha, Ambon Island
NOTES:
Itinerary is sample only.
The schedule for this region is not fixed, as we like to evaluate the conditions and the divers and what is ‘hot’ at the moment. The phase of the moon and ensuing currents also factor highly in dive site selection. Lots or little experience, Aruna Fleet will ensure we provide dives to suit all levels and ensure all have a brilliant dive holiday. Therefore, the actual itinerary is at our Cruise Director’s discretion.
Sea condition is a BIG factor in the Banda Sea, both sailing & diving.
Depth is also a big factor & needs to be maintained in disciplined approach. Divers need to adhere to limits understanding that the location is remote & very far to emergency medical & recompression facilities.
Included
- Round trip transfer from Airport/Hotel to Port
- Accommodation with En suite bathroom
- Full board meal
- All beverages (Coffee/Tea/Soft Drink/Juices)
- 32% Enriched Air Nitrox
- 12 liters Tank and Weight
- Dive Guide
Not included
- All related flight
- Other related expenses before Embarkation date and after Disembarkation Date
- Fuel surcharge (if any)
- Alcohol drink
- Travel and dive Insurance
- Crew gratuities
KOMODO
Day 1 | Labuan Bajo
Embark from Labuan Bajo : Aruna Odyssey staff meet you at Komodo Airport (LBJ) or hotel, Short journey to Labuan Bajo harbour to the ship. Check Dive
Day 2 | South Komodo
Day 3 | Padar Island
Day 4 | Gili Lawa Islands
Day 5 | Sangeang Island
Day 6 | Lintah Strait, East Komodo
Day 7 | Gili Lawa, Siaba, Rinca, Islands
Day 8 | Disembark at Labuan Bajo
NOTES:
Itinerary is sample only.
The schedule for this region is not fixed, as we like to evaluate the conditions and the divers and what is ‘hot’ at the moment. The phase of the moon and ensuing currents also factor highly in dive site selection. Lots or little experience, Aruna Fleet will ensure we provide dives to suit all levels and ensure all have a brilliant dive holiday. Therefore, the actual itinerary is at our Cruise Director’s discretion.
Current is a BIG factor in Komodo both sailing & diving.
South Komodo is sometimes inaccessible because of big waves, or less desirable because of cold water & low visibility. Actual schedule will depend on feedback from other operators recently in those areas.
Included
- Round trip transfer from Airport/Hotel to Port
- Accommodation with En suite bathroom
- Full board meal
- All beverages (Coffee/Tea/Soft Drink/Juices)
- 32% Enriched Air Nitrox
- 12 liters Tank and Weight
- Dive Guide
Not included
- All related flight
- Other related expenses before Embarkation date and after Disembarkation Date
- Fuel surcharge (if any)
- Alcohol drink
- Travel and dive Insurance
- Crew gratuities
- Port and Park Fee: US$250 per person
BANDA SEA
Day 1 | Embark from Laha, Ambon (2dives)
Embark from Labuan Bajo : Aruna Odyssey staff meet you at Pattimura Airport, Ambon (AMQ)or hotel, Short journey to Laha Jetty to the ship. Jeti Laha / Rhino City
Day 2 | Suanggi Island, Banda Islands (4dives)
Pingpong / Jackpot / Suanggi Barat / Jackpot Rollover
Day 3 | Manuk Island (4dives)
Coconut Corner / Bubble Reef / Ridge of Babylon / Manuk Malam
Day 4 | Serua Islands (3dives)
Magic corner 1/ Magic Corner 2 / Magic corner
Day 5 | Hatta Islands, Banda Islands (4dives)
Karang Hatta / Tanjung Buton / Pohon Miring / Waling Besar
Day 6 | Banda Neira (4dives)
Batu Kapal TSR / Batu Kapal UB / Lava Flow / Fort Belgica, Banda Neira(Tour1) Eminem
Day 7 | Suanggi Island (2dives)
Pingpong / Jackpot Sail to Laha, Ambon
Day 8 | Disembark at Laha, Ambon Island
NOTES:
Itinerary is sample only.
The schedule for this region is not fixed, as we like to evaluate the conditions and the divers and what is ‘hot’ at the moment. The phase of the moon and ensuing currents also factor highly in dive site selection. Lots or little experience, Aruna Fleet will ensure we provide dives to suit all levels and ensure all have a brilliant dive holiday. Therefore, the actual itinerary is at our Cruise Director’s discretion.
Sea condition is a BIG factor in the Banda Sea, both sailing & diving.
Depth is also a big factor & needs to be maintained in disciplined approach. Divers need to adhere to limits understanding that the location is remote & very far to emergency medical & recompression facilities.
Included
- Round trip transfer from Airport/Hotel to Port
- Accommodation with En suite bathroom
- Full board meal
- All beverages (Coffee/Tea/Soft Drink/Juices)
- 32% Enriched Air Nitrox
- 12 liters Tank and Weight
- Dive Guide
Not included
- All related flight
- Other related expenses before Embarkation date and after Disembarkation Date
- Fuel surcharge (if any)
- Alcohol drink
- Travel and dive Insurance
- Crew gratuities
- Port and Park Fee: US$250 per person
RAJA AMPAT : NORTH & CENTRAL
Included
- Round trip transfer from Airport/Hotel to Port
- Accommodation with En suite bathroom
- Full board meal
- All beverages (Coffee/Tea/Soft Drink/Juices)
- 32% Enriched Air Nitrox
- 12 liters Tank and Weight
- Dive Guide
Not included
- All related flight
- Other related expenses before Embarkation date and after Disembarkation Date
- Fuel surcharge (if any)
- Alcohol drink
- Travel and dive Insurance
- Crew gratuities
- Port and Park Fee: US$250 per person
BANDA SEA
Day 1 | Embark from Laha, Ambon (2dives)
Embark from Labuan Bajo : Aruna Odyssey staff meet you at Pattimura Airport, Ambon (AMQ)or hotel, Short journey to Laha Jetty to the ship. Jeti Laha / Rhino City
Day 2 | Suanggi Island, Banda Islands (4dives)
Pingpong / Jackpot / Suanggi Barat / Jackpot Rollover
Day 3 | Manuk Island (4dives)
Coconut Corner / Bubble Reef / Ridge of Babylon / Manuk Malam
Day 4 | Nil Desperandum Atoll (3dives)
Nildes Selarat / Nildes Utarat / Nildes Selatan
Day 5 | Serua Islands (3dives)
Magic corner 1/ Magic Corner 2 / Magic corner
Day 6 | Hatta Islands, Banda Islands (4dives)
Karang Hatta / Tanjung Buton / Pohon Miring / Waling Besar
Day 7 | Banda Neira (4dives)
Batu Kapal TSR / Batu Kapal UB / Lava Flow / Fort Belgica, Banda Neira(Tour1) Eminem
Day 8 | Suanggi Island (2dives)
Pingpong / Jackpot Sail to Laha, Ambon
Day 9 | Disembark at Laha, Ambon Island
NOTES:
Itinerary is sample only.
The schedule for this region is not fixed, as we like to evaluate the conditions and the divers and what is ‘hot’ at the moment. The phase of the moon and ensuing currents also factor highly in dive site selection. Lots or little experience, Aruna Fleet will ensure we provide dives to suit all levels and ensure all have a brilliant dive holiday. Therefore, the actual itinerary is at our Cruise Director’s discretion.
Sea condition is a BIG factor in the Banda Sea, both sailing & diving.
Depth is also a big factor & needs to be maintained in disciplined approach. Divers need to adhere to limits understanding that the location is remote & very far to emergency medical & recompression facilities.
Included
- Round trip transfer from Airport/Hotel to Port
- Accommodation with En suite bathroom
- Full board meal
- All beverages (Coffee/Tea/Soft Drink/Juices)
- 32% Enriched Air Nitrox
- 12 liters Tank and Weight
- Dive Guide
Not included
- All related flight
- Other related expenses before Embarkation date and after Disembarkation Date
- Fuel surcharge (if any)
- Alcohol drink
- Travel and dive Insurance
- Crew gratuities
MISOOL - BANDA SEA
Day 1 | Embark from Sorong
Aruna Odyssey staff meet you at Sorong Airport - Check dive
Day 2 | Kri, Mansuar, Abrorek, Yangefo
Day 3 | Piaynemo
Day 4 | Lenmakana
Day 5 | Fiabacet & Yillet
Day 6 | Warakaraket, Boo & Wayil
Day 7 | Nempele
Day 8 | Laha
Day 9 | Disembark at Ambon
NOTES:
Itinerary is sample only.
The schedule for this region is not fixed, as we like to evaluate the conditions & the divers & what is ‘hot’ at the moment. The phase of the moon & ensuing currents also factor highly in dive site selection. Lots or little experience, Aruna Fleet will ensure we provide dives to suit all levels & ensure all have a brilliant dive holiday.Therefore, the actually itinerary is at our Cruise Director’s discretion.
Included
- Round trip transfer from Airport/Hotel to Port
- Accommodation with En suite bathroom
- Full board meal
- All beverages (Coffee/Tea/Soft Drink/Juices)
- 32% Enriched Air Nitrox
- 12 liters Tank and Weight
- Dive Guide
Not included
- All related flight
- Other related expenses before Embarkation date and after Disembarkation Date
- Fuel surcharge (if any)
- Alcohol drink
- Travel and dive Insurance
- Crew gratuities
- Port and Park Fee: US$250 per person
RAJA AMPAT : SOUTH & CENTRAL
Day 1 | Embark from Sorong, West Papua (1dive)
Aruna Odyssey staff meet you at Domine Eduard Osok Airport (SOQ) or hotel, Short journey to Sorong harbour to the ship. Living Colour
Day 2 | Daram Islands (4dives)
Andiamo / Warna Berwana / Andy's Ultimate / Romeo Wall
Day 3 | Boo, Warakaraket, Fiabacet, Yiliet (4dives)
Boo Window / Karang Bayangan / Yiliet Kecil / Baby Shark Beach (Tour1) / Romeo
Day 4 | Wayil (3dives)
Neptune's Fantasea / Four Kings / Barracuda Rock / Geosite Karawopop - Lagoon love vista (Tour2)
Day 5 | Piaynemo Islands (4dives)
My Reef / Melissa's Garden / Batu Rufus / Geosite Piaynemo Viewpoints (Tour3)/ Spa Jetty
Day 6 | Gam, Yangefo & Piaynemo (4dives)
The Passage / Lagoon Labyrith (Tour4) / Mayhem / Citrus Ridge / Mangrove Snorkelling (Tour5) / Karang Musa
Day 7 | Arborek & Mansuar (4dives)
Manta Ridge / Arborek Jetty / Lalosi / Yenbuba
Day 8 | Kri & Mansuarm (2dives)
Cape Kri / Sawandarek Jetty / War Inkaboom Waterfall (Tour6) Sail to Sorong Harbour
Day 9 | Disembark at Sorong
26 dives 6 Tours
Itinerary is sample only.
The schedule for this region is not fixed, as we like to evaluate the conditions and the divers and what is ‘hot’ at the moment. The phase of the moon and ensuing currents also factor highly in dive site selection. Lots or little experience, Aruna Fleet will ensure we provide dives to suit all levels and ensure all have a brilliant dive holiday. Therefore, the actual itinerary is at our Cruise Director’s discretion.
Included
- Round trip transfer from Airport/Hotel to Port
- Accommodation with En suite bathroom
- Full board meal
- All beverages (Coffee/Tea/Soft Drink/Juices)
- 32% Enriched Air Nitrox
- 12 liters Tank and Weight
- Dive Guide
Not included
- All related flight
- Other related expenses before Embarkation date and after Disembarkation Date
- Fuel surcharge (if any)
- Alcohol drink
- Travel and dive Insurance
- Crew gratuities
- Dive equipment rental fee
- Port and Park Fee: US$250 per person
RAJA AMPAT & HALMAHERA - GORONTALO
Included
- Round trip transfer from Airport/Hotel to Port
- Accommodation with En suite bathroom
- Full board meal
- All beverages (Coffee/Tea/Soft Drink/Juices)
- 32% Enriched Air Nitrox
- 12 liters Tank and Weight
- Dive Guide
Not included
- All related flight
- Other related expenses before Embarkation date and after Disembarkation Date
- Fuel surcharge (if any)
- Alcohol drink
- Travel and dive Insurance
- Crew gratuities
- Dive equipment rental fee
- Port and Park Fee: US$250 per person
Availability
Upcoming departures
· 8 days, 7 nights
RAJA AMPAT : NORTH & CENTRAL
Dive requirement: AOWD or equivalent · min. 30 logged dives
Rp 87,650,000 / person
Excluding obligatory fees
· 8 days, 7 nights
RAJA AMPAT : NORTH & CENTRAL
Dive requirement: AOWD or equivalent · min. 30 logged dives
Rp 87,650,000 / person
Excluding obligatory fees
· 9 days, 8 nights
RAJA AMPAT : SOUTH & CENTRAL
Dive requirement: AOWD or equivalent · min. 50 logged dives
Rp 100,200,000 / person
Excluding obligatory fees
· 9 days, 8 nights
RAJA AMPAT : SOUTH & CENTRAL
Dive requirement: AOWD or equivalent · min. 50 logged dives
Rp 100,200,000 / person
Excluding obligatory fees
· 9 days, 8 nights
MISOOL - BANDA SEA
Dive requirement: AOWD or equivalent · min. 30 logged dives
Rp 100,200,000 / person
Excluding obligatory fees
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