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Blue Manta

Blue Manta

An experience of a lifetime awaits you onboard the magnificent Blue Manta liveaboard. The Blue Manta liveaboard fully equipped to take you on a fascinating diving adventure in the magical waters of Indonesia. Its stable, spacious, and safe.

The Blue Manta is one of the largest purpose-built BKI CLASS dive vessels in the region, 45m (148 ft) by 9m (29 ft), steel hulled, taking up to 22 guests. The 14 en-suite cabins average 20sqm (200sf) each. There is an open alfresco dining area outside and an air-conditioned dining room inside.

The Blue Manta liveaboard well-equipped with safety facilities and cruises at 9 knots, with maximum comfort and safety in mind. Additionally, its steel hull makes it an ideal vessel for long-haul cruises and blue water crossing trips.

Stability

The steel hull is built for heavy sea conditions and is steadier than a wooden boat. At 9m wide and 550 tons, she holds her line in swell.

Reliability

Built for seaworthiness, the Blue Manta operates on twin engines and is an ultimate dive vessel for long-haul cruises and blue water crossing trips. She is dependable for comfort, convenience, and a stress-free dive holiday.

Exclusivity

Blue Manta will take up to 22 guests. There’re 14 beautiful furnished en-suite cabins. Each room average 20sqm (200sf) in size comprising of single cabins and twin/double cabins.

  • 6 cabins on the upper deck with window
  • 4 cabins on the main deck with window
  • 4 cabins on below deck with a port hole

Photographers Dream Boat

The Blue Manta equipped with camera-friendly facilities and designed for the most avid underwater photographers. Individual Rinse Tanks, Wide Outdoor Worktable, Indoor Dry Camera Room, Blow-dry Stations, Small dive groups (4 photographers: 1 guide)

Wi-Fi at Sea

The Wi-Fi connected via Satellite and with a 24/7 Wi-Fi connection, you can connect with your family and friends anytime, anywhere.

Where you’ll sleep

The Cabins

Cabins aboard Blue Manta liveaboard

Lower Deck Twin cabin aboard Blue Manta liveaboardLower Deck Twin cabin aboard Blue Manta liveaboardLower Deck Twin cabin aboard Blue Manta liveaboardLower Deck Twin cabin aboard Blue Manta liveaboard

Lower Deck Twin

2 guests · twin · 4 cabins of this type

Lower DeckTwin20 m²Ensuite

En-suite cabin on the lower deck with two single beds and a porthole. About 20 sqm.

Main Deck Double/Twin cabin aboard Blue Manta liveaboardMain Deck Double/Twin cabin aboard Blue Manta liveaboardMain Deck Double/Twin cabin aboard Blue Manta liveaboard

Main Deck Double/Twin

2 guests · convertible · 2 cabins of this type

Main DeckConvertible20 m²Ensuite

En-suite cabin on the main deck with a double bed or two single beds, and a window. About 20 sqm.

Main Deck Twin cabin aboard Blue Manta liveaboardMain Deck Twin cabin aboard Blue Manta liveaboard

Main Deck Twin

2 guests · twin · 2 cabins of this type

Main DeckTwin20 m²Ensuite

En-suite cabin on the main deck with two single beds and a window. About 20 sqm.

Upper Deck Double cabin aboard Blue Manta liveaboardUpper Deck Double cabin aboard Blue Manta liveaboard

Upper Deck Double

2 guests · double · 4 cabins of this type

Upper DeckDouble20 m²Ensuite

En-suite cabin on the upper deck with a double bed and a window. About 20 sqm.

Upper Deck Twin cabin aboard Blue Manta liveaboardUpper Deck Twin cabin aboard Blue Manta liveaboard

Upper Deck Twin

2 guests · twin · 2 cabins of this type

Upper DeckTwin20 m²Ensuite

En-suite cabin on the upper deck with two single beds and a window. About 20 sqm.

Destination

Itineraries

Itineraries aboard Blue Manta liveaboard

Ambon, Ring of Fire, & Banda Sea

Embark: Ambon · Disembark: Ambon

Day 1

(0-2 dives) 2pm. Our staff will meet you upon your arrival to Pattimura Airport, Ambon or local hotel and transfer you to the awaiting Manta vessel. Arrivals before midday are best so we can make check dive(s) in Ambon Bay before we get underway by 2pm for overnight sail.

Day 2 | Pulau Suanggi

(4 dives) Pulau Suanggi: diving around dramatic drop-offs, untouched vibrant coral gardens in search of hammerheads, huge schools of fish, reef sharks, tunas, & other pelagic superstars.

Day 3

(3-4 dives) Diving around Banda Islands with excellent visibility, fantastic coral coverage and tremendous numbers of fish along with potential Hammerhead sightings, plus a visit to one of the Spice Islands.

Day 4

(3 dives) Hatta Reef known for sightings of large pelagic species like trevally, barracuda, and hammerhead sharks, as well as a unique hole in the reef at the west coast beach that leads to a coral-covered "bridge" with gorgonian fans and pygmy seahorses.

Day 5 | Pulau Suanggi

(4 dives) Pulau Suanggi: Back again for more amazing action.

Day 6 | Pulau Nusa Laut

(2 dives) Pulau Nusa Laut: Offers pristine, healthy hard coral gardens, clear visibility, and rich marine biodiversity, including reef sharks, turtles, and diverse reef fish. Sail back to Ambon where you spend last night on board. Plenty of time to wash & dry equipment, rest & relaxation, and if needed, an early flight the next day.

Day 7

(0 dives) 5am-10am. Check-out after light breakfast & farewells, we transfer to local hotel or airport. Take your pre-booked flight to Ujung Pandang (aka Makassar), Jakarta or Singapore

Included

  • Round trip transfer local Hotel/Airport, Boat
  • All nights' accommodation on Boat
  • All meals (Western & Indonesian) snacks, hot beverages, coffee, tea, Milo, soft drinks
  • Towels, toiletries, & cabin services
  • FOC replacement if equipment breakdown
  • Warm towel & drink after every dive
  • Regular air tanks, weights, belt, 6 dive guides (1x instructor, 5x dive masters)

Not included

  • All flights & hotels stay
  • Marine Park & Harbour fee
  • Dive & Travel insurance
  • Fuel surcharge (see fees)
  • Massage services
  • Laundry services
  • Nespresso coffee, alcohol; beer & wine
  • Satellite Wi-Fi
  • Diving gear: Dive computer, torch, large tank, BCD, regulator, wetsuit, fins mask.
  • Nitrox Enriched Air fills
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