Malaillo

Operates in: Alor, Banda Sea, Halmahera, Komodo, Raja Ampat

Malaillo Liveaboard Indonesia is a 45-meter luxury Phinisi designed for comfort and world-class diving. With 7 en-suite cabins, indoor and outdoor dining, a lounge, and spacious sun deck, Malaillo blends elegance with adventure. Divers benefit from a dedicated dive deck, individual stations, and seamless tender access.

Sailing through Komodo, Raja Ampat, Banda Sea, and Alor, Malaillo offers encounters with manta rays, hammerheads, rare critters, and pristine reefs. Operated by Lotus Hotels with 20+ years of expertise, Malaillo Liveaboard Indonesia ensures safety, comfort, and unforgettable dive experiences across Indonesia’s most spectacular waters.

The Decks & Cabins

Malaillo is a 45-meter dive boat built in 2021, designed for both comfort and safety at sea. The vessel features 7 bright en-suite cabins, indoor and outdoor dining spaces, a welcoming lounge, and a large sun deck. The boat accommodates 14 guests in 3 double and 4 twin cabins, each with air-conditioning and private en-suite bathrooms, spread across the main, upper, and lower decks.

Cabins

  • 1 Master Suite (Upper Deck, 18 m²): Queen bed, en-suite bathroom, AC, multiple windows, interlinking door to the twin cabin.
  • 1 Twin Cabin (Upper Deck, 13 m²): Twin beds, en-suite bathroom, AC, multiple windows, interlinking door to the master suite.
  • 1 Twin Cabin (Main Deck, 13 m²): En-suite bathroom, AC, several windows, direct access to the restaurant.
  • 2 Double Cabins (Lower Deck, 14 m² each): Double beds, en-suite bathrooms, AC, porthole windows.
  • 2 Twin Cabins (Lower Deck, 14 m² each): Twin beds, en-suite bathrooms, AC, porthole windows.

Decks

  • Sun Deck : Spacious and comfortable, perfect for sunbathing, relaxing, and enjoying panoramic views. Equipped with bean bags and sunbeds.
  • Upper Deck : Features an air-conditioned lounge, hammock deck with floating net, plus cabins: a 18 sqm Master Suite with queen bed and a 13 sqm Twin Cabin. All with en-suite bathrooms, AC, desks, wardrobes, and sea-view windows.
  • Main Deck : Indoor and outdoor dining, cozy bow seating, an air-conditioned camera room, and a specially designed dive deck with stations, refilling station, and easy tender access. Includes one 13 sqm Twin Cabin with en-suite, AC, and direct access to the restaurant.
  • Lower Deck : Two 14 sqm Double Cabins with queen beds and two 14 sqm Twin Cabins, each with en-suite bathrooms, AC, desks, wardrobes, and porthole windows.

Destinations

  • Alor Banda Sea : Journey from Alor to Ambon across the Banda Sea—volcanic islands, vibrant reefs, schooling hammerheads, sea snakes, and cultural encounters for the ultimate blend of world-class diving and heritage.
  • Banda Sea : From Ambon’s muck dives to Gunung Api’s sea snakes and Banda’s hammerheads, explore reefs, shipwrecks, and seabird islands on this extraordinary Banda Sea journey.
  • Banda Sea – Misool : Sail from Ambon to Raja Ampat via the Banda Islands. Experience muck diving, vibrant reefs, colonial forts, schooling hammerheads, and Misool’s world-class biodiversity in the heart of the coral triangle.
  • Komodo : Explore Komodo over 7 days from Labuan Bajo. Dive Castle Rock, Batu Bolong, Manta Alley, and meet Komodo dragons in their wild habitat above the waves.
  • North Halmahera – Morotai : Dive North Maluku’s last frontier—untouched reefs, pelagic encounters, WWII wrecks, and rich macro life. Discover Morotai’s hidden gems where history meets pristine marine biodiversity.
  • Raja Ampat :  Journey into the “Four Kings”—Misool, Waigeo, Salawati, Batanta. Expect manta rays, pygmy seahorses, walking sharks, and pristine reefs, framed by turquoise bays and towering limestone karsts.

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Boat Specifications

  • Dimensions: 45.5m length, 8.5m beam, 246t displacement
  • Construction: Built from ironwood & teak in South Sulawesi; launched 2021, refurbished 2024
  • Engines: 520HP Mitsubishi marine diesel, cruising speed 6–8 knots
  • Generators: 2 × 100kVA + 1 × 30kVA Mitsubishi
  • Capacity: Fuel 15 m³, water 10,000L
  • Safety: 4 life rafts (60 pax), 2 dinghies (Yamaha 100HP), smoke/fire alarms, firefighting gear, CCTV, GPS, sonar, ENOS diver system
  • Facilities: Starlink internet, satellite phone, desalination plant (2 × 9m³/day)

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