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    Mari Dive Cruise

    Four of the seven cabins are bunk rooms, so the boat fills with divers rather than couples upgrading

    Cruising Areas

    Komodo

    Mari operates Komodo programs from May to September, including seven- to eleven-night full-park and Komodo–Sumbawa routes. The operator requires at least Open Water certification and 60 logged dives for Komodo.

    Raja Ampat

    Raja Ampat departures run year-round across seven- to twelve-night itineraries, with some voyages continuing through Misool, the Banda Sea or Triton Bay. Confirm the exact ports and route for the selected date.

    Who This Suits

    Best suited to travelers who want an established Indonesian liveaboard with a strong dive operation and cabin-based multi-day itineraries. Non-divers should check the specific departure because activity balance varies by route.

    Vessel at a Glance

    • Phinisi
    • Built in 2008
    • 30 m length; 6.5 m beam; 2.3 m draft
    • 14 guests
    • 8 knots; 4,000 NM range
    • Shared
    • Dive Resort
    • Snorkeling Gear
    • Starlink

    About This Vessel

    Mari is a 30-metre Indonesian phinisi built in South Sulawesi in 2008 for dive-focused voyages. The vessel carries 14 guests in seven sea-view ensuite cabins, all on the main deck, with 14 crew, three dive guides and a cruise director. Its current program covers Komodo, Raja Ampat, Banda Sea, Triton Bay, Sumbawa and selected crossings in eastern Indonesia.

    Accommodation is organized by cabin type rather than repeated room cards. Three Deluxe Cabins sleep up to two guests each and can be configured as a double or twin; two of the three also include a bunk bed. Four Superior Cabins use bunk beds for up to two guests each. Every cabin has natural light, sea views, private air conditioning, hot water and an ensuite bathroom.

    For diving, Mari carries three fiberglass tenders, 12-litre and 15-litre tanks, three compressors, camera stations and an NRC membrane Nitrox system. Guided groups are limited to four divers per guide. Between dives, guests have a 50 sqm al fresco dining deck, shaded lounge, forward sundeck and open sky deck, plus Starlink Wi-Fi with up to 1GB included per guest.

    The verified starting price is based on the next available shared departure: 20 September to 2 October 2026, advertised at EUR 3,675 per person after discount. Adding the mandatory EUR 200 park and port fee and EUR 250 fuel surcharge gives EUR 4,125, converted to approximately USD 4,805. Exact availability, route, fees and exchange-rate equivalent should be reconfirmed before booking.

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      Amenities & Facilities

      Activities

      Crew & Diving

      • 14
      • 3
      • 4

      Safety & Navigation

      • Engine
        Nissan RD8 / 276 HP (280 PS)
      • Cruising speed
        8 knots; 4,000 NM range

      The Cabins

      Deluxe Cabin

      3 cabins Sleeps 2 guests
      Deluxe cabin aboard Mari with a double bed and sea-view windows Deluxe cabin aboard Mari arranged with twin beds Second view of a Deluxe double cabin aboard Mari Ensuite bathroom in a Deluxe cabin aboard Mari
      • Private Bedroom
      • Ensuite Bathroom
      • Air Conditioning
      • Hot and Cold Shower
      • Sea-view Window
      • Double Bed
      • Twin Single Beds
      • Bunk Beds

      Three main-deck sea-view cabins for up to two guests each. All convert between double and twin; two of the three also include a bunk bed. Each has private air conditioning and an ensuite bathroom with hot water.

      Superior Cabin

      4 cabins Sleeps 2 guests
      Superior cabin aboard Mari with bunk beds and a sea-view window Second view of a Superior bunk cabin aboard Mari Ensuite bathroom in a Superior cabin aboard Mari
      • Private Bedroom
      • Ensuite Bathroom
      • Air Conditioning
      • Hot and Cold Shower
      • Sea-view Window
      • Bunk Beds

      Four main-deck sea-view cabins with bunk beds for up to two guests each, private air conditioning and an ensuite bathroom with hot water.

      Pricing Overview

      • From
        $4,805 /person
      • Whole-boat charter
        $35,995 total
      • Booking options
        Shared
      • Price last verified
        30 August 2026

      Included in Your Rate

      • Included
        Airport Transfer, Hotel Pickup / Drop-off, Accommodation Onboard, Meals Onboard, Coffee & Tea, Drinking Water, Dive Guide, Local Guide / Ranger
      • Rate notes

        Rates include embarkation and disembarkation transfers, accommodation, all meals, drinking water and hot drinks, guided dives, 12L tank, weight belt and weights, and scheduled land excursions. Park and port fees, fuel surcharge, Nitrox, rental gear, courses, insurance, flights, visas, alcohol, soft drinks and gratuities are extra.

      Not Included & Extra Costs

      • Not included
        Nitrox Surcharge, Dive Equipment Rental, Travel / Dive Insurance, Crew Gratuity, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft Drinks
      • Solo traveller supplement
        50% of the base per-person cabin rate

      Book This Vessel

      Availability and quotes for Mari Dive Cruise are handled by the operator directly. KomodoInsider does not take bookings or add a commission.

      Check dates on the operator site

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      Cabins & Berths

      • Total cabins
        7
      • Twin
        3
      • Bunk
        6
      • Hot shower
        Yes

      Routes & Departure

      • Departure port
        Labuan Bajo for Komodo; other embarkation ports vary by seasonal itinerary.

      Good to Know

      • Tender boats
        Three fiberglass tenders: two 6.5 m Yamaha 39 HP and one 4 m Yamaha 15 HP

      Komodo National Park Fees

      What you payAmountBasis
      Park entrance, foreign visitor Rp 250,000 ≈ $14 per person, per visit Identical on weekdays and public holidays. Already includes trekking, wildlife observation and snorkelling inside the park.
      Park entrance, Indonesian visitor, weekday Rp 50,000 ≈ $3 per person, per visit Raised from Rp 35,000 in October 2024.
      Park entrance, Indonesian visitor, weekend or public holiday Rp 75,000 ≈ $4 per person, per visit The holiday uplift applies to the Indonesian rate only.
      Park entrance, Indonesian student group Rp 25,000 ≈ $1 per person, per day Group bookings only.
      Scuba diving permit Rp 25,000 ≈ $1 per diver, per day Charged on top of the entrance fee. Snorkelling is not charged separately.
      Vessel entry varies Assessed on the engine capacity of the boat, so it is normally settled by the operator rather than by passengers.
      • Booking runs through SIORA, the park's own system, and is handled by a licensed operator before arrival. There is no ticket window at the gate.
      • A daily cap of 1,000 visitors applies across the park, split between Komodo, Rinca and Padar and the dive sites around them.
      • Entry runs in sessions rather than all day, which is why a boat's arrival time is set by the park and not by the crew.
      • A drone permit is separate, expensive, and has to be requested well in advance.

      Statutory rates set by Peraturan Pemerintah No. 36 Tahun 2024, in force since 30 October 2024. Checked 25 August 2026. Amounts are payable in rupiah; dollar figures are converted at Rp 17,900 and rounded. A rise in the foreign rate was under government review in April 2026 and had not taken effect.

      Cancellation & Booking Policy

      • Cancellation type
        Strict / Non-refundable
      • If you cancel
        Cancellation and refund terms are set by the operator. Confirm the written policy before payment; KomodoInsider does not take payments or handle refunds.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      How many guests can Mari Dive Cruise carry?

      Mari carries up to 14 guests in seven ensuite cabins.

      What cabin types are available?

      There are three Deluxe cabins with convertible double or twin beds and four Superior bunk cabins.

      Does Mari offer Nitrox?

      Yes. The vessel carries a Nitrox membrane system together with its air compressors.

      Are all cabins ensuite?

      Yes. All seven cabins have private bathrooms, hot and cold water and individually controlled air conditioning.

      Where does Mari operate?

      Mari operates across Indonesian dive regions including Komodo, Raja Ampat, the Banda Sea and other eastern areas.

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