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Emperor Harmoni Liveaboard Diving Review Indonesia Raja Ampat
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Nitrox DivingFree nitrox available, which means you benefit from the many advantages of nitrox diving at no extra charge. The benefits include extended bottom times so you can spend longer on each dive.
Dietary Requirements Catered ForThe onboard chefs will cater for specific dietary requirements, e.g. food allergies like gluten or lactose intolerance, and religious beliefs. This means you can enjoy the onboard meals. You are advised to add any dietary requirements to your special requests at step 2 of the booking form, but limit these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.
Diving CoursesThis liveaboard offers diving courses, which means you benefit from being able to advance your diving skills. These training courses are an extra charge.
Scuba Gear RentalYou can rent scuba gear on this dive boat so you benefit from being able travel light and simply rent all your scuba equipment once onboard.
InternetThere is no WIFI or internet available on this liveaboard.
Ensuite CabinsCabins on this dive boat benefit from having ensuite bathrooms, so you can shower and get ready in private (Check when booking that the cabin you choose has an ensuite bathroom).
Aircon CabinsEach cabin has air-conditioning, which means you can choose your own cabin temperature for personal comfort and a good nights sleep.
Private CharterThis liveaboard does not offer private charters.
DIN AdaptersIf you have DIN regulators do not worry as this liveaboard has DIN to Yoke regulator adaptors onboard.
Relaxing between dives
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Liveaboard Review Introduction
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Liveaboard Know Before You Go
Liveaboard.com Booking linkBoat typeDiver certification (Depends on itinerary)Dive coursesDiving Experience (Depends on itinerary)
1291725960140Know Before You GoThe Emperor Harmoni Liveaboard "Know Before You Go" and "Know Before You Book" summary is to help you choose the right boat for diving Indonesia:IntroductionAll-inclusive trip with up to 33 dives on the Emperor Harmoni Indonesia liveaboard from £358/day ($451/€415) & rated 9.5. Up to 20 divers on a 48m 157f wooden schooner dive boat with 10 cabins, 10 bathrooms + aircon cabins, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, dive courses, free nitrox, scuba gear rental.Liveaboard.com Booking linkEmperor HarmoniBoat Attributes48m (157f) : 10 cabins + 10 bathrooms for 20 guests.Boat typeWooden SchoonerDiver certification (Depends on itinerary)Advanced Open Water DiverScuba gear rentalYESDive coursesYESDiving Experience (Depends on itinerary)20-35 logged dives, 50 logged divesPrices starting at£358/($451/€415)* per day. *Exchange rate used: GBP to USD: 1.26; GBP to Euro 1.16.Type of DestinationIndo-Pacific RegionDiving Destinations (Area 1)*Raja Ampat Dive Sites:, Andiamo (Misool National Park), Arborek Island (Pulau Arborek), Arborek Village & Jetty (Sometimes a Night Dive), Barracuda Point (Penemu Island), Barracuda Rock (Wayilbatan Island; Sometimes a Night Dive), Batu Dalam, Best of Raja Ampat, Blue Magic (Blu Majik - Dampier Strait for Oceanic Manta Rays), Boo Island - Boo Window (Palua Boo - Misool National Park), Candy Store Dive Site, Central Raja Ampat, Chicken Reef Dive (Dampier Strait), Citrus Ridge (Yanggelo Islands), Daram Archipelago (Misool Marine Park), Dunia Kecil, Fiabacet (Misool National Park), Four Kings Dive Site (East of Pele Island southern Misool), Galaxy (Sometimes a Night Dive), Gam Island (Pulau Gam), Kaleidoscope Dive Site (Pele Area), Lalosi Reef Dive (Gam Island), Manta Sandy (or Manta Mantra) - Manta Ray Cleaning Station (near Arborek Island; Dampier Strait), Mayhem Dive Site (Gam Island), Melissa's Garden (Piaynemo), Mike’s Point (Central Raja Ampat), Mioskon (Siaba Besar Island- Dampier Strait), Misool Eco Reserve, Misool Islands (Pulau Misool), My Reef (Central Raja Ampat), Netted Corner Dive Site (Pele Area), Nudi Rock (Misool National Park), Pele Island (Pulau Pele), Pele Playground Dive Site, Piaynemo Island (Pulau Piaynemo or Penemu - Ultramarine Blue Lagoons; Monumental Pinnacles & Untouched Beaches), Piaynemo View Point Hike, Sardines (Dampeir Strait), Sardine Reef Dive (Dampier Strait), Shadow Reef Dive Site (a.k.a. Karang Bayangan/Magic Mountain for Huge Manta Rays), South Raja Ampat, Tank Rock, Tobblerone Dive Site (Pele Area), Two Tree Rock, Wayilbatan Island (Pulau Wayilbatan; Misool), Wedding Cake, Wet Dream Dive Site, Whale Rock.Diving Destinations (Area 2)*Diving Destinations (Area 3)*Other Indonesia Dive Sites:, Banda Islands (Pulau Banda - The Spice Islands), Banda Neira Jetty (Sometimes a Night Dive), Batu Kapal, Forgotten Islands, Fort Belgica Banda Neira (Treck & Dive), Koon Island; Koon Reef; Koon Ridge (Pulau Koon - Maluku Province), Lava Flow Dive (Banda Neira), Maritime Museum Banda Neira (Treck & Dive), Nutmeg & Vanilla plantation Banda Neira (Treck & Dive), Pohon Miring, Triton Bay (Pygmy Seahorses; Whale Sharks; Dolphins; Walking Sharks), Triton Bay Bagan (Indonesian fishing platforms whale shark encounter), Too Many Fish (Koon Island).Diving Destinations (Area 4)*Feedback WelcomeFeedback Welcome: Please let me know in the comments below what additional information would be useful to "Know Before You Go" and "Know Before You Book" on the Emperor Harmoni liveaboard.*Important NoteBefore you choose your departure date: Please carefully review and choose the right itinerary for the Indonesia dive sites you want to dive from the Emperor Harmoni liveaboard.
Booking tipsBefore you book and pay for your flights, you first need your itinerary dates confirmed for your Emperor Harmoni liveaboard trip. 8 steps to follow: 1. Select an itinerary; 2. Choose your cabin; 3. Select number of people in your party; 4. Enter your email address and confirm; 5. Your trip will be held by the liveaboard operator until your dates are confirmed. 6. You'll receive a booking confirmation by email allowing you 2-3 days before payment is due; 7. Book your flights to Indonesia; 8. Pay for your Emperor Harmoni liveaboard trip. Congratulations, you are about to embark on an amazing adventure!
Liveaboard Quick ReviewThe Emperor Harmoni Liveaboard is a 48m (157f) Indonesia Raja Ampat boat for diving safaris for up to 20 guests enjoying 10 cabins and 10 bathrooms. This Indonesia liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.5 out of 10 and is rated 'Exceptional' (SDE Lux Rating 56%*).
* SDE Lux Rating - See Below*SDE Lux Rating 56% - See Liveaboard Luxury Features Review section below.
Liveaboard Review TipsIf you are looking for an exceptional Indonesian liveaboard diving safari, you might like to choose the Emperor Harmoni diving liveaboard. Here's our quick 7 review tips of why you might like to book this Indonesia diving liveaboard boat:
1. Customer RatingThe Emperor Harmoni liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.5 out of 10, and and customers have rated the Emperor Harmoni Liveaboard "Exceptional".
2. Scuba Diving Earth Luxury Rating SummaryDiver Benefits: 8 out of 9, Liveaboard Design: 3 out of 9, Cabin Luxury: 5 out of 7, Onboard Comfort: 3 out of 7, Food Luxury: 5 out of 11, Drink Luxury: 5 out of 9. This makes an average Total SDE Lux Rating of 29 out of 52, or 56% (see below under "Liveaboard Luxury Features Review" for more details).
3. Cost Per DayThe Indonesia Emperor Harmoni Liveaboard costs from £358 per day ($451/€415)* .
4. ProsA quick list of the main pros of the Emperor Harmoni Liveaboard include: aircon cabins, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, diving courses, free nitrox, scuba gear rental.
5. ConsA quick list of the main cons of the Emperor Harmoni Liveaboard include: no internet, not available for charter.
6. Liveaboard CapacityThe Emperor Harmoni liveaboard is 48 metres (157 feet) long, has 10 cabins and 10 bathrooms, which means it can accommodate up to 20 guests/divers.
7. Booking ItinerariesThe booking itineraries for the Emperor Harmoni Liveaboard include: 8 Days/7 Nights, 10 Days/9 Nights, 13 Days/12 Nights. (But it's worth checking if more diving itineraries by clicking here: Emperor Harmoni).
More about liveaboard discountsIf you want to find out more about how liveaboard discounts work, and in particular about discounted liveaboard trips for the Emperor Harmoni Liveaboard, please scroll to the Liveaboard Discount section below.
Discover MoreTo find out more or book the Emperor Harmoni Liveaboard you can do this here: Emperor Harmoni
* NoteThe above cost per day was correct at the time of producing this article. Also, the exchange rate used for GBP to USD is 1.26 and for GBP to Euro is 1.16. For an up-to-date cost for the Emperor Harmoni Liveaboard, please visit this link: Emperor Harmoni.
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Liveaboard Discounts
Last Minute Liveaboard DealsBefore reading more about the Indonesia Emperor Harmoni liveaboard, please take a moment to check any discounts or last minute deals in the list below. (Note: if no liveaboard discounts are listed below, unfortunately this means there are no current deals or discounts available for the Emperor Harmoni dive boat). Please bookmark this page and check back another time. Alternatively, please check this article here: Discounted Liveaboards Offers & Last Minute Deals.
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Deal DateDiscountLiveaboard Discount TotalPrice Before DiscountPrice After DiscountTour DaysLiveaboard Discounted TourGroup booking discountLiveaboard Country
2335Liveaboard/View OfferEmperor HarmoniDeal Date22/02/2025Discount20%Liveaboard Discount Total£895Price Before Discount£4,475.00Price After Discount£3,580.00Tour Days10daysLiveaboard Discounted TourBest of Raja Ampat (Sorong - Sorong)Group booking discountNon groupLiveaboard CountryIndonesia
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Liveaboard DiscountsIf you're looking for a discounted liveaboard trip on the Emperor Harmoni, it's possible to find liveaboard discounts in excess of 25%. If no discounts appear above, you may find last minute deals in the itinerary section marked as "X% Special Discount", as per the above image here: Emperor Harmoni.
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Liveaboard Luxury Features Review
Liveaboard Luxury FeaturesThe 'Liveaboard Luxury Rating' or "SDE Lux Rating" concept is to help you choose the right diving liveaboard for your Indonesia dive trip. This means you can compare this liveaboard with other liveaboards on a like-for-like basis, and makes choosing the right liveaboard much easier.
SDE Luxury Rating Total (Max 52/52=100%)The Emperor Harmoni Liveaboard has 29 out of a total of 52 (SDE Lux Rating 56%) possible benefits and features. This total of 56% is made up of the following benefits and features:
Diver Benefits (Max 9/9=100%)The Emperor Harmoni liveaboard has 8 out of 9 'Diver Benefits' (89%), and include: DIN Adapters: YES; Dive Courses: YES; Dive Deck: YES: Gear Rental: YES; Nitrox Onboard: YES; Private Dive Guide: NO; Rinse Hoses: YES; Shaded Dive Area: YES; Tenders For Diving: YES.
Liveaboard Design (Max 9/9=100%)The Emperor Harmoni liveaboard has 3 out of 9 'Boat Design Features' (33%) and include: Airconditioned Saloon: NO; Charging Stations: YES; Custom Built For Diving: NO; Indoor Saloon: YES; Leisure Deck: NO; Observation Deck: NO; Outside Showers: NO; Sun Deck: YES; Warm Showers: NO.
Cabin Luxury (Max 7/7=100%)The Emperor Harmoni liveaboard has 5 out of 7 'Cabin Features' (71%) and include: Air-Conditioned Cabins: YES; Cabin Balconies: YES; Daily Housekeeping: YES; Ensuite cabins: YES; Non-smoking Cabins: NO; Seaview cabins available: NO; TV In Cabin: YES.
Onboard Comfort (Max 7/7=100%)The Emperor Harmoni liveaboard has 3 out of 7 'Onboard Comfort' (43%) features, and include: Beach Towels: NO, Cabin Towels: YES; Complimentary Toiletries: YES; Deck Towels: YES; Internet: NO; Laundry Service: NO; Nearly 1 to 1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio: NO.
Food Luxury (Max 11/11=100%)The Emperor Harmoni liveaboard has 5 out of 11 'Food Features' (45%) and include: BBQ Area: NO; Beach BBQ: NO; Buffet Style: YES; Dietary Requirements Catered For: YES; Fine Cuisine: NO; Local Food: NO; Outdoor Dining: NO; Snacks All Day: NO; Vegan Options: YES; Vegetarian Options: YES; Western Style Food: YES; (Meal options include: Full-board Option).
Drink Luxury (Max 9/9=100%)The Emperor Harmoni liveaboard has 5 out of 9 'Drink Features' (56%) and include: Bar: YES; Beer Available: YES; Drinking Water: YES; Fine Wines: NO; Free Soft Drinks: NO; Free Wine With Dinner: NO; Soft Drinks: YES; Tea And Coffee: YES; Wine Available: NO.
Example of Cabins
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Customer Reviews of Liveaboard
Customer ReviewsThe Emperor Harmoni liveaboard customer reviews listed here have been chosen for you to get a feel for the scuba diving experience you'll get.
Customer Review
”Highly recommend! Lovely boat and the best way to experience Raja Ampat. luxurious accommodations, excellent food, and attentive service. The spacious cabins and well-designed common areas contribute to a comfortable and relaxing stay.” Recommended for: Dives, Dive Guide, Crew. Boat facility. Food!.
Customer Review ByRohan M, from: India scored the Emperor Harmoni 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: Emperor Harmoni.
”Great trip on a comfortable boat with a great crew. 10 great days on board with a program above and below water tailored to the customers present. The crew enjoys dealing with the customers and their respective tasks and thus always spreads infectious goodwill Mood. Great, varied cuisine.” Recommended for: Excellent customer-oriented selection of diving areas, super attentive team in all areas, surprisingly well-organized shore excursions that bring you closer to the country and its people.
Original Review in German:
”Großartiger Trip auf einem komfortablen Boot mit einer tollen Mannschaft. 10 großartige Tage an Bord mit einem auf die anwesenden Kunden zugeschnittenen Programm über und unter Wasser. Der Crew macht der Umgang mit den Kunden und ihre jeweilige Aufgabe Spaß und damit verbreiten sie stets ansteckende gute Laune. Tolle, abwechslungsreiche Küche.” Recommended for: Hervorragende kundenorientierte Auswahl der Tauchgebiete, superaufmerksame Mannschaft in allen Bereichen, überraschenderweise auch gut organisierte Landgänge, die einem Land und Leute näherbringen.
Customer Review ByChristian M, from: Germany scored the Emperor Harmoni 9.6 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: Emperor Harmoni.
Liveaboard Itinerary
Liveaboard Departure-Arrival LocationThe Emperor Harmoni Liveaboard departs and returns from the port none selected. Please click here: Emperor Harmoni to find out how to get from to join the Emperor Harmoni Liveaboard's departure port none selected.
Itinerary and videosThe itineraries below for the Emperor Harmoni liveaboard don't necessarily tie in with the videos directly below the itinerary heading. The itineraries are examples of dive trips offered by this liveaboard, and the videos are examples of videos taken when diving from the Emperor Harmoni dive boat.
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Dives and Scuba Diver Experience
Number of Dives On TripYou will be able to dive up to 33 times in total on the Emperor Harmoni liveaboard diving trips. The number of times you dive will depend on the itinerary you select.
Your Diver Certification LevelIf you choose the Emperor Harmoni liveaboard for your scuba diving trip to Indonesia, make sure you select the right itinerary for your diver certification level. Different itineraries include the following alternative PADI certification levels (or equivalent): No Scuba Diving Certification Needed: NO; Open Water Diver: NO; Advanced Open Water Diver: YES.
Your Logged DivesWhen choosing the Emperor Harmoni liveaboard for your dive trip to Indonesia, make sure you select the right itinerary for how many logged dives you've done. Itineraries on the Emperor Harmoni liveaboard include the following alternatives: No minimum logged dives: NO; 3-5 logged dives: NO; 10 logged dives: NO; 20 logged dives: NO; 30 logged dives: YES; 40 logged dives: NO; 50 logged dives or more: YES; Minimum 60 logged dives: NO; Minimum 80 logged dives: NO; Minimum 100 logged dives: NO.
Type of DivingThe type of diving experienced from the Emperor Harmoni Liveaboard includes: Coral Gardens, Deep Dives, Drift Diving, Marine Life, Night Dives, Pinnacles, Wall Diving, Warm Water Diving, Wreck Diving, Swim-Through's and Caverns.
Marine Life SpeciesThe sea life you might see on your Indonesia liveaboard dive trip depends on the time of year you choose to dive, and on which Indonesia liveaboard and liveaboard itinerary you book. But ultimately the sea creatures you see when scuba diving is always down to nature itself. With these parameters in mind, the marine life you may spot when scuba diving on the Emperor Harmoni Liveaboard in Indonesia might include:
SharksYou may see the following sharks species: Blacktip Reef Sharks, Blue Sharks, Epaulette Shark, Grey Reef Sharks, Leopard Shark, Scalloped Hammerhead Sharks, Short Fin Mako Sharks, Silky Sharks, Silver Tip Sharks, Thresher Sharks, Tiger Sharks, Whale Sharks, Whitetip Reef Sharks, Wobbegong Shark, Zebra Shark.
Video TitleKOMODO DIVING | Best of Season 3 (Award Winning Video) - 9 liveaboard trips + 1 whale watching trip and around 200 hours spent underwater to put this footage together! A combination of aerial and underwater scenes captured at the park national of Komodo
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Liveaboard Cost and Booking
Included In The PriceThe price that starts at £358/Day ($451/€415) for booking the Emperor Harmoni liveaboard includes: Airport Transfer, Beach BBQ, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, Diving Package, Drinking Water, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), National Park Fees, Nitrox, Port Fees, Tea & Coffee.
Paid For Optional ExtrasThe following are optional extras when you book the Emperor Harmoni liveaboard: Alcoholic Beverages, Gratuities, Land Excursions, Scuba Diving Courses, Snorkel Equipment, Soft Drinks.
Paid For Required ExtrasThe following are required extras when you book the Emperor Harmoni liveaboard: .
Boat Capacity
Boat Length48 metres (157 feet).
Maximum Guests20
Cabins and BathroomsThe Emperor Harmoni dive boat has 10 cabins and 10 bathrooms.
Cabin TypesThe Emperor Harmoni has the following cabin types: double cabins, twin cabins.
Family cabins onboardFamily cabins onboard: NO.
Advanced Divers
Advanced Diver Benefits (Max 3)The Emperor Harmoni liveaboard has 0 out of 3 (i.e. 0%) 'Advanced Diver Benefits', which include: Rebreather Support: NO; Sidemount Diving NO; Tech Diving: NO.
Underwater Photographers
Underwater Photographer Benefits (Max 3)The Emperor Harmoni liveaboard has 2 out of 3 (i.e. 67%) 'Underwater Photographer Benefits', which include: Camera Room: YES; Camera Station: YES; Separate Rinse For U/W Cameras: NO.
Non-Diver Activities
Non-Diving Activities (Max 17)The Emperor Harmoni liveaboard has 2 out of 17 (i.e. 12%) 'Non-Diving Activities', which include: Fishing: NO; Glass Bottom Boat: NO; Jacuzzi/Hot Tub: NO; Jet Skiing: NO; Kayaks: NO; Land Excursions: YES; Massage: NO; Naturalist Itineraries: [naturalist_Itineraries]; Naturalist Guide: NO; Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly: YES, Sauna: NO; Snorkel Equipment: NO; Spa: NO; Stand Up Paddle Boards: NO; Wakeboarding: NO; Water Skiing: NO; Yoga: NO.
Onboard Entertainment (Max 2)The Emperor Harmoni liveaboard has 2 out of 2 (i.e. 100%) 'Entertainment Features': Audio And Entertainment: YES; Library: YES.
Traveller Benefits
Travel Benefits (Max 6)The Emperor Harmoni liveaboard has 1 out of 6 (i.e. 17%) 'Traveller Benefits', which include: Airport Transfer: YES; Available For Charter: NO, Budget Friendly: NO, Dedicated Local & International Crew: NO; Hotel Transfer: NO; Welcome Cocktails; NO.
Languages Spoken OnboardThe crew onboard the Emperor Harmoni liveaboard are able to speak the following languages: English, Indonesian.
Liveaboard Summary
ConclusionAll-inclusive trip with up to 33 dives on the Emperor Harmoni Indonesia liveaboard from £358/day ($451/€415) & rated 9.5 + SDE Lux Rated 56%. Up to 20 divers on a 48m 157f wooden schooner dive boat with 10 cabins, 10 bathrooms + aircon cabins, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, dive courses, free nitrox, scuba gear rental. Click Emperor Harmoni for more information.
More InformationTo discover more about the Emperor Harmoni diving liveaboard or to check availability for your dive trip to Indonesia you can do this here: Emperor Harmoni. But if you want to compare this Indonesia liveaboard with one of the other liveaboards from Indonesia, please take a look at the table below.
* NoteThe above cost per day was correct at the time of producing this article. Also, the exchange rate used for GBP to USD is 1.26 and for GBP to Euro is 1.16. For an up-to-date cost for the Emperor Harmoni Liveaboard, please visit this link: Emperor Harmoni.
Hope you enjoyed this review about this liveaboard
Comments or QuestionsIf you have more questions either about snorkelling or scuba diving (or specifically about the Emperor Harmoni Indonesia Liveaboard), please comment below with your questions.
Please SharePlease share details about the experience you had on the Emperor Harmoni Liveaboard. Tell us about the dive sites you dived, the time of year of your trip, what marine life you saw, the visibility, the weather and any currents you experienced. Your comments will add to this Emperor Harmoni Liveaboard review, and they will help other scuba divers decide if this is the right Indonesia liveaboard for them.
Have Fun & Be SafeThere will also be many more pages and articles about scuba diving and scuba diving safety tips (and on snorkelling too) for you to read and learn about this fabulous sport. Please don't forget to rate the Emperor Harmoni liveaboard above if you've already dived in Indonesia from this dive boat, but also make sure you have fun and be safe.
Emperor Harmoni Liveaboard Diving Review Indonesia Raja Ampat
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Article written by Russell Bowyer who has been a scuba diver since diving on the Great Barrier Reef in Australia in 1989. After his first dive he trained as a BSAC diver in the UK. He attained his Diver Leader certification with BSAC. He then went on to become a scuba diving instructor, teaching others how to dive and was voted as Diving Officer and Treasurer for the Saffron Walden BSAC club too. Russell has dived all over the world, including the UK, on liveaboards in the Red Sea, the Caribbean, South Africa and the USA. Russell is experienced in all dive types, including drift diving, deep dives that involved decompression stops and recreational dives too.