Ondina Liveaboard, Indonesia

Fun, sociable atmosphere and exceptional dive itineraries aboard a traditional sailing phinisi

from$365 /day

per person

Overview

Comfortable, informal, and affordable setting ideal for dedicated divers
Exceptional customer service with a nearly 1:1 crew to guest ratio
Extended itineraries visiting some of Raja Ampat’s less explored areas
Outstanding facilities for divers and photographers

SMY Ondina focuses on the essentials, providing flexible, sociable, & affordable dive itineraries around Raja Ampat, Banda, the Forgotten Islands, & Cenderawasih Bay. With great diving facilities and experience in catering to professional and newly-qualified divers, SMY Ondina is able to satisfy every guest.

Number of cabins:8
Internet:NO
Nitrox:YES
Equipment rental:YES
Guest / Guide:5:1
Group booking discounts

Choose your trip

3Dec 2024
10D / 9N
Raja Ampat (SOQ) 9N
27 dives
from $3,638
Overview
Length of trip 10 days / 9 nights
Number of dives 27
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 50 dives
Insurance Dive and travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
03 Dec 2024
12:00 PM
Sorong
Sorong Airport: SOQ
Return
12 Dec 2024
09:00 AM
Sorong
Sorong Airport: SOQ
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Soft drinks
Towels and toiletries
Tanks and weights
Snorkeling gear
Night dives
Transfers
Land excursions
What's not included
To be paid in advance or onboard
Dive and travel insurance
Park, port and fuel fees - €250 per trip
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Single supplement - 65%
Alcoholic drinks
Gratuities
Equipment rental - €30 per day
Dive computer - €10 per day
Nitrox - €10 per day
Diving courses
Highlights
Circular itinerary hitting all the very best spots in Raja Ampat
Encounter both reef and oceanic manta rays at renowned dive sites
Visit unspoiled hard and soft coral gardens
Discover the vibrant reefs and dramatic underwater landscapes of Misool
Dive the remote Daram Island group
Explore the swim-throughs and caves of Goa Farondi
Cruise Piaynemo’s lagoons and capture that classic Raja Ampat photo
Dive the well known and action-packed Dampier Strait
Search for a walking shark on a night dive

DAY 1:
Pick up at Sorong airport, transfer to the boat, welcome drink, and accommodation.
Check dive in the afternoon at one of the reefs surrounding Sorong. Overnight sailing to Dampier Strait.

DAY 2:
Diving in the fabulous reefs in the Dampier Straits. Sardine reef, Blue Magic, and Mioskon amongst others. Night dive at Saporkren jetties (muck diving).

DAY 3:
Early morning excursion under the canopy at Gam to see the birds of paradise. Diving in Mike's Point, Cape Kri, and night dive in Yenbeser.

DAY 4:
Dive the jetties of Arborek and around the Penemu area, in My Reef, Melissa’s Garden, The Lagoon, etc. Afternoon ascent to the viewpoint in Fam. Overnight sail to Misool.

DAY 5:
Two dives in Sagof, an afternoon in Baby Rock, and night dive in Nudi City (Gamfi).

DAY 6:
Shadow Reef (aka Manta Mountain), two dives in Jamur Boo (Boo Rocks), and night dive in Yilliet.

DAY 7:
Dive the fabulous reefs of the Fiabacet group, such as Nudi Rock, Tank Rock, Whale Rock, and night dive in the small Yilliet. Optional visit to Misool Eco Resort.

DAY 8:
Diving the caves in Goa Farondi, The Friendly Canyon and Razorback, and a tender boat tour to the lagoons, plus a visit to a cave with bats and stalactites in the afternoon. Overnight sailing to Batanta.

DAY 9:
Two muck dives in the morning on the black sand slopes of South Batanta, such as Black Beauty or Happy Ending. Sail back to Sorong to fly the morning after.

DAY 10:
Transfer to the airport after breakfast.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.
Payment & cancellation terms
Payment policy
20% deposit - required to secure reservation.
80% balance - due 90 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 90 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
90 days or more before departure - refund: 85% of the deposit.
60-89 days before departure - refund: 50% of the deposit.
30-59 days before departure - refund: 10% of the deposit.
Less than 30 days before departure - no refund.
Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
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from $3,638 /guest
Per person, diving included
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Cabins

Twin bunk
Bunk beds
2 people
Shareable
Double cabin, additional bunk bed
Bunk beds
2 people
Shareable

If you are a solo traveller, we aim to allocate shared cabins on a same-sex basis.
Non-shareable cabins can not be shared with another single traveler outside your party. A single occupancy surcharge will be applied.