Dewi brings true 5 star liveaboard holidays to Indonesia's most pristine and remote dive sites. Discover Raja Ampat and Cenderawaish Bay for the creme de la creme of Indonesian dive destinations, visiting regions few other divers will ever see. Despite it's old world design, echoing the schooners and sail boats, Dewi is a thoroughly modern dive boat with all mod cons and creature comforts. Why not sail into the sunset on Dewi if you long for a Indonesian diving holiday with a true sense of adventure wrapped up in absolute luxury.
Dewi is one of the largest liveaboards in the region, ensuring total self reliance at sea. At 57m from point to stern and a generous 12m wide, there is more than enough space for each one of the 18 divers she serves. Pick from the standard state rooms which can be arranged as either twin or double beds. Splurge on the Master suite (at the stern of the boat with full ocean view to the back of the boat). Equipped with a seating area, tables, a king size bed and it's own jacuzzi bath, you too can experience the glamour and luxury that was once saved only for the captain.
Everyone is a VIP on board Dewi! Start your morning with the wake up beverage service. Dining is al fresco, with a mix of international and Indonesian dishes. You might be in a remote location, but you certainly won't go without on Dewi - make sure to sample from the selection of fine wines on board. Between dives relax in the lounge (TV& DVD player), grab one of the ship's sun beds or hammocks or even indulge in a full body massage. There are sea kayaks if you fancy exploring the local waters. You can even challenge the crew to a game of backgammon, although they are masters!
With no less than 4 dive guides and on average 22 crew, you will never lack for anything... above the water or below it. Many guests coming on board are photographers and there is a spacious dedicated camera area and kit room to keep your gear safe between dives. All diving is from one of the boat's 2 tender vessels. Nitrox is available on board (paid locally) and rebreather divers can be accommodated but please do check all the details before travel so we can ensure the correct kit is on board for you on arrival.
Whilst Dewi typically offers Raja Ampat itineraries, she also makes seasonal special trips and transitional itineraries. Whilst they do not appear on our regular schedule of availability, Scuba Travel are able to book these holidays.
Air conditioned staterooms individually designed by Bruno Helgen (a french top interior designer). All Staterooms are around 20 square meters in size and have unique color setting and mysterious carvings. All Deluxe Staterooms are adaptable for either twin or double use. Each has its own en-suite bathroom (4,5m by 1,3m), reading lights, 220V power points and hanging storage for clothing, comfortable work desk. There is ample additional storage in the wardrobe for all personal belongings.
This is the signature room of the ship. It occupies the full width of the vessel and from the stern it has a 180 degree view of the ocean behind the ship. With its 46 square meters it is the largest room on board. The Master Suite has a king size bed, its own sitting area; a large corner sofa with a natural shaped teak table. The own en-suite bathroom offers a shower as well as a bath with ocean view. One of the most impressive rooms you can find onboard any Liveaboard.
The en-suite bathroom offers a shower as well as a bath with ocean view. The suite has its own sitting area; a large corner sofa with a table made out of one piece of natural shaped teak. There is ample additional storage in the wardrobe for all personal belongings. We offer a special metal flasks for drinking water and these can be replenished from the main supply in the lounge or dive centre.
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Beth
2019-09-10 10:28:25
Pam
2019-07-13 10:28:25
Amazing crew, boat and diving! Does not get any better. So fortunate to be back
Jeremy
2019-05-29 10:28:25
Just returned from Raja Ampat on the Dewi... possibly the best boat out there! Excellent all round from crew, to food to diving safety to service with a smile... it has the lot in truck fulls! Would absolutely recommend
Bea
2019-04-10 10:28:25
We had a great experience at the Dewi Nusantara. Amazing vessel and the crew was first class. Planning our next trip with them soon!
Chris Harrison
2016-12-22 11:49:40
We had another great holiday on Dewi Nusantara. Three years since our last trip and it’s still the best liveaboard in the world, and Raja Ampat is still the best diving in the world. Now we’ve got to start saving some pennies so we can go back again!
Martin Edge
2014-12-10 10:08:43
Thanks to all participants and crew. Without doubt the best dive boat I have ever stepped foot on during the last 25 years of teaching underwater photography. The Dewi Nusantara. Booked for the same ten days this time next year 2015
Chris & Samantha
2013-05-21 13:05:24
We had an amazing trip, the boat was huge, spacious and well-appointed with good food and an excellent crew. The post-dive massages were a particular highlight. The diving in Raja Ampat was stunning and, in our opinion, easily trumped previous trips to the Maldives, Caribbean, Red Sea and the Great Barrier Reef. The corals were so healthy and vibrant, and the marine life was second-to-none. We both said to each other that there seems little point in diving anywhere else again because Indo is the place to be! We will definitely be going back to Indo in the future and we will definitely be going back on the Dewi. It is clear to see why they have so many repeat customers.
Cathy Walker
2013-01-31 16:21:41
After years of diving and being on many liveaboards, Dewi Nusantara is truly the best holiday experience. The boat is beautiful and huge, so you always have lots of space for everything; kitting up, sorting out cameras, hanging in a hammock on the bow, sunbathing, reading or chatting to the crew and guests. It's perfect for quiet time between dives, or sharing your experiences and photos. The rhythm on the boat is whatever you want it to be, with lots of diving, fabulous meals, and R&R, but the crew go that extra mile
Peter Swan
2012-09-10 10:28:25
From the first dive, the nutibranches, the turtles, coral, colorful fish and diverse rays kept showing up "on call". The beauty and breadth of scenery was everywhere, above and below the water. The travel was a pleasure as the ship is magnificent and the large rooms make the living delightful
Travel to Indonesia is approved by the UK government
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Tourist visas are not currently available for British Nationals.
Indonesia is implementing a series of changes to admission for foreign nationals in response to developments in the Covid pandemic. While these are being rolled out, in addition to meeting the categories below, you should reconfirm your eligibility to enter Indonesia with your travel agent/airline and the Indonesian Embassy. This can be done by contacting the Consular Section of the Indonesian Embassy on: consular@indonesianembassy.org.uk.
From October 24th, fully vaccinated travellers will need to take a day 2 lateral flow test on your return in the UK.
Not fully vaccinated travellers will be required to take a day 2 & day 8 covid test plus 10 days quarantine at home or test to release on day 5
Everyone has to complete this form online before you arrive in the UK
Form to provide your journey and contact details before you travel to the UK
Updated 25th Oct 2021
Indonesia is around 15-20 hours flight from the UK and is made up of around 18 000 islands. It is the largest archipelago in the world straddling the Equator, between the Indian and Pacific Oceans. Most travellers will enter Indonesia through Jakarta (CGK), Bali (DPS) or Manado (MDC) airports.
This is the stuff of divers' dreams. This exotic nation is the very definition of bio diversity. Find the big fish in Komodo, Raja Ampat or Kalimantan. Drift lazily along the walls of Bunaken and Wakatobi, watching turtles on coral drenched walls. While away the hours hunting for miniscule macro in Bali, Lembeh or Ambon. Cannot decide? Why not combine two locations into a single trip!
Travel to Indonesia is approved by the UK government
View the up to date rules here
View entry requirements here
Tourist visas are not currently available for British Nationals.
Indonesia is implementing a series of changes to admission for foreign nationals in response to developments in the Covid pandemic. While these are being rolled out, in addition to meeting the categories below, you should reconfirm your eligibility to enter Indonesia with your travel agent/airline and the Indonesian Embassy. This can be done by contacting the Consular Section of the Indonesian Embassy on: consular@indonesianembassy.org.uk.
From October 24th, fully vaccinated travellers will need to take a day 2 lateral flow test on your return in the UK.
Not fully vaccinated travellers will be required to take a day 2 & day 8 covid test plus 10 days quarantine at home or test to release on day 5
Everyone has to complete this form online before you arrive in the UK
Form to provide your journey and contact details before you travel to the UK
Updated 25th Oct 2021
Indonesia is a vast country, and the weather can be hugely variable. The topography means that weather patterns can be very localised. This is the tropics! For Bali, Komodo & Wakatobi the weather is usually best from April - November, with July and August being some of the best months to visit. Between December and March the conditions can be a bit stormy. November to April is also the wettest month to visit Bunaken, Lembeh and Kalimantan but to a lesser degree than in other locations. October to April is historically the most popular time to dive in Raja Ampat.
Our holidays to Indonesia can be quoted with most major airlines. We are however able to book most major airlines. Popular options for Indonesia include Cathay Pacific, Singapore airlines, Qatar, Emirates, Malaysian, KLM and Gaurda. If you would like to depart from a different UK airport (eg. Glasgow/Edinburgh, Manchester, Birmingham or Gatwick) or have a specific airline you prefer to fly with, simply let us know in your booking request. A supplement may apply for regional departures. Times and any applicable supplements will be confirmed by your travel consultant before you finalise your holiday. If you wish to make your own flight arrangements to Indonesia, let us know and we can remove the cost of the international flights from your quote. We are unfortunately not able to redeem airmiles on your behalf. Please do not confirm any flight arrangements yourself before your holiday is confirmed by us.
With a huge range of airlines to fly with, you can easily build in a stop over either on your way to or on your way back from Indonesia. Simply talk to your travel consultant about adding a stop over into your itinerary.
UK Passport holders landing in Jakarta, Bali or Manado are able to obtain a free 30 day visa on arrival. Do ensure your passport has 6 months validity from your return date to prevent any issues with immigration. It is your responsibility to ensure your passport is valid and you fulfil entry requirements. Regulations can change: please review current FCO advice: click here
Scuba Travel requires all of our customers to have diving insurance. Please make sure that you have appropriate cover for your diving activities. We also strongly recommend you have travel insurance. It's worth taking out travel insurance once you have paid your deposit to ensure you are covered for unforeseen events and cancellation. Find out more about our combined dive and travel policy click here
Please speak to your local GP or check out the latest NHS advice on travel immunisations: click here
You will also be able to manage your booking online once you have been ticketed (after you have paid your holiday balance). Most airlines will now enable you to select your seating at this point. There may be a small charge for prebookable seating before online check in opens. Please speak to the airline for more information about charges.
As you are flying with a scheduled airline, you will be able to check in online with your airline. Please visit their website for more information about when online check in opens.
An airport lounge is a great way to start your holiday or to while away flight connections in comfort. Scuba Travel works with Lounge Pass to offer a huge range of affordable airport lounges around the world. click here
Prebook your airport parking to save money! If you have a long way to travel, why not also look at booking an airport hotel. These aren't as expensive as you might think. click here
On arrival in your Indonesia destination, you will need to clear immigration and collect your baggage. You will then be met outside of arrivals by a representative from your liveaboard or resort. Some reps are able to meet you airside. They will be holding a board with either your destination or your name on it. If you have any issues at all locating your rep, please contact us. We have an emergency contact, manned by a member of the team here in the UK. Please call 0044 7747 488 002. We will be able to help your rep locate you in the airport.
If you have a hotel en route please follow any specific instructions in your travel documents. Where possible, you will be met by a representative who will assist in taking you to your hotel. If using a shuttle service, please arrange your return shuttle time back to the airport at the hotel check in. Domestic flights are common in Indonesia and run frequently. The major hubs of Jakarta, Bali and Manado all have separate terminals for domestic and international departures. Just follow the signs to move between international and domestic terminals. The service has improved vastly, but there can still be last minute schedule changes. Please ensure you leave plenty of time for check in or transit between flights (usually 4 hours min). Domestic flights can typically only be booked with a 20kgs hold allowance as standard. Excess baggage must be paid for in Indonesian rupiah and costs around $2-$5 per kg per way. Due to local traffic and road conditions, land journey times can be difficult to predict. We recommend you take water with you and keep any essentials in your hand baggage to make your journey as comfortable as possible.
At the end of your holiday, your return transfer details will be advised locally. As of Feb 2015, the departure tax for all domestic and international flights is built into your flight ticket price.
Additional hotels en route or day stay can be added for a small extra charge.
Acceptable methods of payment include: US Dollars, local currency, traveller’s checks, or credit cards (Visa or Master Card). There is a credit card charge of 3%. Personal cheques are not accepted.
Intermittent and depending on location
The electrical current on Dewi Nusantara is 220 volts. Guests may wish to bring a converter for the use of small appliances in their stateroom. There is a charging station in the camera room which offers access to both 110V and 220V power. The standard current in all of Indonesia is European 220 volts.
All scuba unit rental equipment is manufactured by US Divers. Six full sets of scuba gear ranging from small to extra large are available. Underwater lights and other peripheral and safety equipment for rent and/or sale. Dewi Nusantara uses 11.2 litre (80's) aluminum cylinders. In addition they have a limited supply of larger 15 litre (100's) and smaller 10 litre (63's) cylinders should you wish to use smaller or larger units. All cylinder are fitted with DIN adaptable valves.
Dewi can teach a wide range of courses on board. These must be prebooked and are paid for on board. Please speak to your travel consultant for current course prices and options
Dewi Nusantara has a small, on- board “Boatique” which sells a selection of logo clothing, custom jewellery, sundries, diving accessories, batteries, logbooks, etc. A crew member will gladly assist you with your purchases at any time during the week. US Dollars, Euros, Indonesian Rupiah or VISA and Master Card credit cards are all accepted for bill payment. Unfortunately American Express cards or personal and travellers cheques are not accepted.
Nitrox 32 available for a surcharge
A typical deposit for DEWI is £1000. This will be due once your holiday has been confirmed. Your balance will then be due 90 days before travel.
We accept mastercard and visa debit or credit cards. Alternatively, you are welcome to pay via bank transfer. All non sterling card payments and UK business debit cards will be subject to the 2% surcharge. Overseas bank transfers must add £6 to the sterling total to cover international handling fees. We are not able to accept PayPal transactions.
If you have booked as part of a group, you can still call and pay directly without needing to go via your group leader. Please have your trip reference number to hand to help us locate your holiday as quickly as possible. You will receive a transaction receipt - your group leader will forward your ATOL certificate and booking confirmation
Are you one of Scuba Travel's repeat customers? Over 60% of our customers trust Scuba Travel to book their next diving holiday, time after time.
And we believe you deserve a huge thanks for your ongoing support over the years, which is what our loyalty discount is all about! If you have booked directly with Scuba Travel, on your 3rd full price holiday you will automatically be eligible for a loyalty discount. That's all you have to do. No forms, no numbers to remember, no fuss, just a good honest price reduction. We are always happy to offer discounts as described below but these are not cumulative and we do not offer further discounts on special offer prices.
Repeat discounts are not cumulative and cannot be applied to special offer prices
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We had a fabulous trip on the Dewi Nusantara. The boat is beautiful, the staff is extremely dedicated, and every dive has amazing creatures. The best dive trip I have been on!