Samambaia Liveaboard - 11 Nights for 1, Dive Indonesia’s Best Reefs
THE DIVING
THE BOAT
Crafted from traditional Indonesian ironwood, the Samambaia combines classic Phinisi style with modern luxury. At 40 meters in length, the vessel boasts a sleek design that ensures both stability and comfort on the open seas. The spacious decks invite guests to relax between dives, whether basking in the sun or sipping a drink under the shaded lounge area. With a dedicated, experienced crew of 20, Samambaia delivers impeccable service, ensuring that every detail of your journey is perfect.
The upper deck includes an alfresco dining area, while the top sun deck offers panoramic views of the pristine waters you’ll explore. Whether you're watching dolphins at sunset or stargazing under the clear Indonesian skies, life on board is a true escape.
Luxurious Staterooms
Your stay includes accommodation in one of Samambaia’s seven staterooms, each thoughtfully designed to provide both privacy and comfort. The en-suite cabins feature rich wood paneling, ample storage space, and hotel-quality linens, offering a cozy retreat after a day of underwater exploration. Each cabin is equipped with individually controlled air conditioning, ensuring a restful night’s sleep, even in the tropics.
The large portholes provide natural light and stunning ocean views, so you can wake up to the turquoise waters of Indonesia’s most remote islands. With attention to detail and creature comforts, these staterooms offer everything you need for a luxurious liveaboard experience.
Gourmet Dining and Onboard Perks
Prepare to indulge in gourmet meals prepared by the onboard chef, featuring a mix of Indonesian and international cuisine. Using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, each meal is a culinary adventure in its own right. Start your day with a hearty breakfast, enjoy a light lunch between dives, and savor a decadent dinner in the evening, with snacks and desserts served throughout the day.
Guests can enjoy fresh juices, coffee, tea, beer and soft drinks, with wine available for purchase. The open-air dining area fosters a communal, welcoming atmosphere where divers share stories of their day’s adventures.
Additional perks include:
- Daily massages to help you unwind after multiple dives.
- Onboard Jacuzzi, perfect for soaking under the stars.
- Library and entertainment area, offering books, movies, and games.
The Underwater Ecosystem: A Diver’s Paradise
Indonesia is known as the epicenter of marine biodiversity, and Samambaia’s itineraries take you to the heart of it all. Depending on the season, you’ll explore Raja Ampat, Komodo, Alor, or Banda Sea, each destination offering unique underwater wonders.
Expect to see:
- Stunning coral reefs teeming with life.
- Manta rays gracefully gliding through the water.
- Schooling reef fish, sharks, and turtles.
- Macro life, including pygmy seahorses, nudibranchs, and frogfish.
- Dramatic underwater topography, from pinnacles and walls to caves and overhangs.
Raja Ampat alone is home to over 1,500 species of fish and 600 types of coral, making it one of the most sought-after dive destinations in the world.
The Diving Operation and Photography Room
Samambaia’s dive operation is world-class, designed to provide both ease and safety for divers of all levels. The experienced dive team ensures personalized attention, with a maximum of four divers per guide, allowing for intimate encounters with marine life.
The spacious dive deck is well-organized, with individual gear stations, rinse tanks, and freshwater showers to rinse off after dives. Nitrox is available for certified divers, and tanks are quickly refilled by the crew to maximize your dive time.
For underwater photographers, Samambaia offers a dedicated camera room equipped with ample charging stations, workspaces, and storage. The crew is experienced in handling delicate equipment and assisting photographers to ensure you capture the perfect shot of the breathtaking marine life.
Package Details
- Experation: Travel must take place before Dec. 31, 2027
- Duration: One spot aboard Samambaia for 11 or more nights, depending on the itinerary.
- Includes: Accommodation in a stateroom, all meals, beer, soft drinks, juices, Italian Coffee: espresso, cappuccino and snacks, unlimited diving (up to four dives per day), weights & belts - 12 liter tanks, Nitrox for certified divers, use of Inflatable kayaks, round-trip transfers from the nearest airport, and government taxes.
- Exclusions: Wine & spirits, massage on board (USD 40 / 60 min), rental gear (dive comp, BCD, Regulator, wet suit, fin, snorkel, mask and torch), 15 ltr tanks, laundry, wakeboard (free trial then USD 25/30 minutes), Flight Ticket, Baggage, Hotel.
There may be other additional fees/surcharges such as a fuel surcharge, and harbor, and National Park fees.
This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore the wonders of Indonesia aboard the Samambaia Liveaboard is sure to spark bidding excitement. Whether you’re a seasoned diver or embarking on your first liveaboard adventure, this experience will create memories that last a lifetime.
Bid now and take the plunge into paradise!
Donated by :Name : Subculture Travel LLC
Name : Samambaia Liveaboard
- Please note: A 5% Buyer's Premium will be added to the hammer price of each winning bid and shown on your invoice.
- All values and bids are listed in USD
- Airfare not included.
- Bidders must be in full compliance with the terms.
- To be scheduled at a mutually agreed-upon date, based on donor availability, but before the expiration date of the trip.
- Blackout dates may apply.
- Winner must contact Sea Save Foundation representative within thirty days of auction closure.
- Contact with the donor must be made within ninety days of the auction closure.
- Sea Save Foundation strongly suggests dive safety insurance.
- Sea Save Foundation strongly suggests travel insurance.
- Refunds will not be made for any reason.
- Experience cannot be transferred, resold or re-auctioned.
- Please note that gratuities are not included. Tips are encouraged.
- Dive gear rental not included
- We expect the winning bidder and their guests to conduct themselves appropriately when attending this experience. Polite manners and respect for the generous donor and adherence to any rules or parameters are a must.



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