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Accessible only by liveaboard, the Banda Sea offers one of Indonesia’s most remote, untouched, and exhilarating scuba diving adventures. This extraordinary expedition sails from Ambon through the legendary Banda Islands and onward to the isolated outposts of Nil Desperandum and Serua — a region of towering volcanic islands, vast open ocean, and world-class diving.
Beneath the surface, divers are rewarded with pristine hard coral reefs, dramatic walls, submerged seamounts, and crystal-clear visibility. Nutrient-rich waters attract an abundance of marine life, including vast schools of fish, reef sharks, hammerhead sharks, dogtooth tuna, barracuda, and other pelagic species.
Far from the crowds and deep in the heart of the Indonesian archipelago, the Banda Sea delivers a true sense of exploration and discovery. For adventurous divers seeking untouched reefs, thrilling big-fish encounters, and one of the last great frontiers of diving, this is an unforgettable journey.
At Scuba Dive Adventures we offer a unique and personalised travel service that sets us apart in the diving industry. Our bespoke adventures are carefully crafted to cater to your individual preferences and desires taking you on exhilarating journeys to the all corners of the world. Our passion for creating unforgettable experiences is evident in every trip we plan. Our commitment to excellence ensures that your adventure is truly unique and unforgettable.
At Scuba Dive Adventures we have created a unique brand and culture that permeates every aspect of our business. We are committed to delivering an exceptional experience for our clients from our unparalleled customer service and top quality liveaboards, to our carefully selected global destinations. Our focus on safety, agility and adventure allows us to push boundaries and set high standards in the diving industry. Join us for an unforgettable journey that exceeds your expectations at every turn.
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Prepare to be amazed as we navigate the Banda Sea, exploring a string of remote islands teeming with marine wonders. This unforgettable liveaboard diving adventure kicks off in Ambon, where you’ll embark on Indo Master and complete a check dive to ensure everything is shipshape.
Our journey begins at Pulau Suanggi, where vibrant coral reefs teeming with colourful fish await. Prepare for dazzling walls, swim-throughs, and encounters with a remarkable array of marine life. Next, we set course for Manuk Island, a haven for curious olive and banded sea snakes. Keep your eyes peeled in the blue for majestic manta rays and hammerhead sharks cruising by.
Our Banda Islands & Misool itinerary incorporates some world-famous muck diving sites, current-swept pinnacles, potential pelagic encounters, and extraordinary marine life density. Key areas on this route are:
Ambon: Known for its macro life and sheltered reef systems, offering an excellent introduction to the biodiversity of the region.
Pulau Suanggi: A remote outpost of the Banda Islands archipelago featuring current-swept seamounts and seasonal pelagic action.
Banda Islands: A group of volcanic islands rising from deep oceanic waters, characterised by dramatic walls, exceptional coral health and schooling fish action.
Koon Islands: Rarely visited, isolated reefs famed for dense fish biomass and thriving hard coral slopes.
Misool (Southern Raja Ampat): A protected marine reserve area featuring limestone karsts, soft coral forests and some of the highest marine biodiversity recorded anywhere on Earth.
Marine life is just as diverse, ranging from minuscule pygmy seahorses to endemic walking sharks, with the possibility of hammerhead shark encounters when conditions are just right.
Built in 2022, the 47m Indo Master liveaboard was built on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi and is handcrafted from ironwood and teak (traditional to the area). You will find no other diving liveaboard as beautiful in Indonesian waters and, being built by divers for divers, you can be rest assured that every need has been thought of and addressed.
Welcoming a maximum of 18 guests per cruise ensures that there is ample space to relax. The 9 guest cabins consist of 4 fixed doubles, 4 fixed twins and 1 family suite (2 double beds), all with air-conditioning and private ensuite bathrooms with hot water.
The spacious air-conditioned saloon offers a great setting for your meals and dive briefings, a cocktail bar, comfortable seating, a charging station and a large flat-screen TV.
The dive deck has personal storage space for masks and other small equipment items and is likely to be one of the most spacious and comfortable you will have come across. Designated areas for charging and preparing camera and video equipment, as well as separate rinse tanks, make Indo Master a top choice for underwater photographers and videographers.
The vessel also benefits from 2 high-powered Zodiacs, kayaks, laundry and massage services.
Experience the adventure of a lifetime with Scuba Dive Adventures — where world-class diving, luxury liveaboards, and unforgettable marine encounters come together to create the ultimate scuba holiday.
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy in a standard cabin. Cabin upgrades are available upon request.
Your exclusive scuba adventure includes:
12 nights full-board accommodation onboard the vessel
All internal transfersDaily guided divingSingle 12L cylinder and lead weights
Complimentary tea, coffee, and drinking water
Please note that international flights, optional activities, and tips/gratuities are not included.
Marine Park and Port Fees are payable onboard and are subject to change in line with local government regulations. Single supplements are available at an additional cost. Fuel surcharges may apply depending on operational conditions.
Please be advised that diving schedules, activity timings, and itineraries may change due to weather, sea conditions, and local environmental factors. The order of activities may also vary to ensure the best possible experience and safety for all guests.
For further information or to book this extraordinary scuba diving adventure, please contact the Scuba Dive Adventures team:
sales@scubadiveadventures.co.uk
Liveaboard diving is widely regarded as the ultimate way to experience an unforgettable diving vacation. For many seasoned divers, this type of adventure is essential for exploring remote destinations, such as Costa Rica’s Cocos Islands or The Galapagos Islands. Liveaboard charters offer the unique opportunity to explore vast areas and dive different parts of a country, such as the Maldives or Raja Ampat.
A liveaboard is a purpose-built scuba diving vessel or an existing boat that has been adapted to cater to divers. These trips typically last longer than one night, with the average duration being 7 nights. Liveaboard boats can host between 12 and 30 divers, although smaller and larger vessels are also available. Most liveaboard packages include diving, food, and drinks.
The “Forgotten Islands” are a remote, 1,000 km chain of islands and atolls in the southeastern corner of the Banda Sea, Indonesia, known for their pristine, untouched coral reefs, exceptional marine biodiversity, and world-class diving. This isolated region, also known as the Southeast Moluccas (Maluku Tenggara), is off the mainstream tourist radar and primarily accessible by liveaboard diving vessels during specific seasonal windows.
