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Video TitleDive The Last Paradise, Raja Ampat! liveaboard trip with Kurabesi Explorer to Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia
Nitrox DivingThis liveaboard does not have nitrox available.
Dietary Requirements Catered ForThe onboard chefs will cater for your personal 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. Please limit these dietary 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 is available for private charter. If you charter this dive boat you have more flexibility over the choice of dive sites (with the captain's approval), the type of diving and total number of divers/guests onboard (subject to the maximum number of guests onboard - see below).
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
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1911729434258Know Before You GoThe Kurabesi 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 30 dives on the Kurabesi Indonesia liveaboard from £287/day ($362/€333) & rated 8.8. Up to 12 divers on a 28m 92f Indonesian wooden phinisi dive boat with 6 cabins, 6 bathrooms + aircon cabins, for charter, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, dive courses, scuba gear rental.Liveaboard.com Booking linkKurabesiBoat Attributes28m (92f) : 6 cabins + 6 bathrooms for 12 guests.Boat typeIndonesian wooden phinisiDiver certification (Depends on itinerary)Advanced Open Water DiverScuba gear rentalYESDive coursesYESDiving Experience (Depends on itinerary)20-35 logged dives, 50 logged divesPrices starting at£287/($362/€333)* 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:.Diving Destinations (Area 2)*Diving Destinations (Area 3)*Other Indonesia Dive Sites:, Banda Islands (Pulau Banda - The Spice Islands), Banda Sea (Ideal for Hammerheads), Forgotten Islands or Southeast Moluccas (Maluku Tenggara).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 Kurabesi 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 Kurabesi liveaboard.
Booking tipsBefore you book and pay for your flights, you first need your itinerary dates confirmed for your Kurabesi 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 Kurabesi liveaboard trip. Congratulations, you are about to embark on an amazing adventure!
Liveaboard Quick ReviewThe Kurabesi Liveaboard is a 28m (92f) Indonesia Raja Ampat boat for diving safaris for up to 12 guests enjoying 6 cabins and 6 bathrooms. This Indonesia liveaboard has a customer review rating of 8.8 out of 10 and is rated 'Fabulous' (SDE Lux Rating 67%*).
* SDE Lux Rating - See Below*SDE Lux Rating 67% - See Liveaboard Luxury Features Review section below.
Liveaboard Review TipsIf you are looking for a fabulous Indonesian liveaboard diving safari, you can't go too far wrong with the Kurabesi diving liveaboard. Here's our quick 7 review tips of why you might like to book this Indonesia diving liveaboard boat:
1. Customer RatingThe Kurabesi liveaboard has a customer review rating of 8.8 out of 10, and and customers have rated the Kurabesi Liveaboard "Fabulous".
2. Scuba Diving Earth Luxury Rating SummaryDiver Benefits: 8 out of 9, Liveaboard Design: 8 out of 9, Cabin Luxury: 3 out of 7, Onboard Comfort: 4 out of 7, Food Luxury: 6 out of 11, Drink Luxury: 6 out of 9. This makes an average Total SDE Lux Rating of 35 out of 52, or 67% (see below under "Liveaboard Luxury Features Review" for more details).
3. Cost Per DayThe Indonesia Kurabesi Liveaboard costs from £287 per day ($362/€333)* .
4. ProsA quick list of the main pros of the Kurabesi Liveaboard include: aircon cabins, for charter, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, dive courses, scuba gear rental.
5. ConsA quick list of the main cons of the Kurabesi Liveaboard include: no internet, no nitrox.
6. Liveaboard CapacityThe Kurabesi liveaboard is 28 metres (92 feet) long, has 6 cabins and 6 bathrooms, which means it can accommodate up to 12 guests/divers.
7. Booking ItinerariesThe booking itineraries for the Kurabesi Liveaboard include: 7 Days/6 Nights, 8 Days/7 Nights, 9 Days/8 Nights, 10 Days/9 Nights, 11 Days/10 Nights. (But it's worth checking if more diving itineraries by clicking here: Kurabesi).
More about liveaboard discountsIf you want to find out more about how liveaboard discounts work, and in particular about discounted liveaboard trips for the Kurabesi Liveaboard, please scroll to the Liveaboard Discount section below.
Discover MoreTo find out more or book the Kurabesi Liveaboard you can do this here: Kurabesi
* 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 Kurabesi Liveaboard, please visit this link: Kurabesi.
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Liveaboard Discounts
Last Minute Liveaboard DealsBefore reading more about the Indonesia Kurabesi 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 Kurabesi 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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Liveaboard DiscountsIf you're looking for a discounted liveaboard trip on the Kurabesi, 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: Kurabesi.
Liveaboard Diving
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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 Kurabesi Liveaboard has 35 out of a total of 52 (SDE Lux Rating 67%) possible benefits and features. This total of 67% is made up of the following benefits and features:
Diver Benefits (Max 9/9=100%)The Kurabesi 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: NO; Private Dive Guide: YES; Rinse Hoses: YES; Shaded Dive Area: YES; Tenders For Diving: YES.
Liveaboard Design (Max 9/9=100%)The Kurabesi liveaboard has 8 out of 9 'Boat Design Features' (89%) and include: Airconditioned Saloon: NO; Charging Stations: YES; Custom Built For Diving: YES; Indoor Saloon: YES; Leisure Deck: YES; Observation Deck: YES; Outside Showers: YES; Sun Deck: YES; Warm Showers: YES.
Cabin Luxury (Max 7/7=100%)The Kurabesi liveaboard has 3 out of 7 'Cabin Features' (43%) and include: Air-Conditioned Cabins: YES; Cabin Balconies: NO; Daily Housekeeping: NO; Ensuite cabins: YES; Non-smoking Cabins: YES; Seaview cabins available: NO; TV In Cabin: NO.
Onboard Comfort (Max 7/7=100%)The Kurabesi liveaboard has 4 out of 7 'Onboard Comfort' (57%) features, and include: Beach Towels: YES, 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 Kurabesi liveaboard has 6 out of 11 'Food Features' (55%) and include: BBQ Area: NO; Beach BBQ: NO; Buffet Style: YES; Dietary Requirements Catered For: YES; Fine Cuisine: NO; Local Food: YES; Outdoor Dining: YES; Snacks All Day: NO; Vegan Options: NO; Vegetarian Options: YES; Western Style Food: YES; (Meal options include: Al Fresco Dining, Full-board Option).
Drink Luxury (Max 9/9=100%)The Kurabesi liveaboard has 6 out of 9 'Drink Features' (67%) and include: Bar: NO; Beer Available: YES; Drinking Water: YES; Fine Wines: NO; Free Soft Drinks: YES; Free Wine With Dinner: NO; Soft Drinks: YES; Tea And Coffee: YES; Wine Available: YES.
Example of Cabins
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Customer Reviews of Liveaboard
Customer ReviewsThe Kurabesi liveaboard customer reviews listed here have been chosen for you to get a feel for the scuba diving experience you'll get.
Customer Review
”Amazing crew. Just spent 8 nights on the Kurabesi Explorer in Raja Ampat and had the most amazing time. The crew were so friendly and accommodating. Having certain food requirements, the chef was great at providing additional options to fit my needs. The food was delicious! The diving was great even though the vis wasn’t amazing the whole time but we were towards the end of the season for Raja Ampat so it was expected. The dive guides were great pointing out all sorts of marine life from pygmy seahorses to wobbygongs and manta rays.
Not only did we do approximately 3 dives a day but there was also options for other activities including trecking, bird watching, sunsets on the beach and interacting with reef sharks to name a few. A major highlight for me was also being on a boat that cares so much about the environment, having environmentally friendly options on board. This liveaboard is a great option for both divers and non divers, I would highly recommend.” Recommended for: Friendly crew, many activities and great diving.
Customer Review ByJess B, from: Australia scored the Kurabesi 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: Kurabesi.
”Wonderful crew and guides, not best trip for non divers. We traveled through to wonderful places and there’s an amazing liveaboard crew to take care of you this was really the top highlight ..all of the crew were I credible hosts I felt so cared for. The boat was also well designed and comfortable and had all you needed. This was the highlights. However I believe this trip is really not the best for non divers.
I would recommend non divers to find a different trip.I was a non diver and Despite it being snorkelling friendly and going through some wonderful sites, several sites and activities were not well thought out for non divers and are just conveniently located next to the key diving spots. For the amount of money paid for such an experience if one is welcoming non divers and divers should be treated and planned for with the same concern. As with almost all liveaboards I believe more efforts on making a more eco friendly boating experience is possible and important in one of the earth’s last paradises!” Recommended for: The staff, crew and guides were amazing and the boat Evey comfortable.
Customer Review ByVera C, from: Australia scored the Kurabesi 7.6 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: Kurabesi.
Liveaboard Itinerary
Liveaboard Departure-Arrival LocationThe Kurabesi Liveaboard departs and returns from the port none selected. Please click here: Kurabesi to find out how to get from to join the Kurabesi Liveaboard's departure port none selected.
Itinerary and videosThe itineraries below for the Kurabesi 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 Kurabesi dive boat.
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Dives and Scuba Diver Experience
Number of Dives On TripYou will be able to dive up to 30 times in total on the Kurabesi liveaboard diving trips. The number of times you dive will depend on the itinerary you select.
Your Diver Certification LevelIf you choose the Kurabesi 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 Kurabesi 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 Kurabesi liveaboard include the following alternatives: No minimum logged dives: NO; 3-5 logged dives: NO; 10 logged dives: NO; 20 logged dives: YES; 30 logged dives: NO; 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 Kurabesi 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 Kurabesi Liveaboard in Indonesia might include:
SharksYou may see the following sharks species: Blacktip Reef Sharks, Bull 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 TitleThis is Raja Ampat (4k) - dive into the dream of biodiversity - Breathtaking dives in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Kri Island, Indonesian coral reefs. As part of Coral Triangle Raja Ampat in West Papua has the highest biodiversity and the most colourful reefs
Included In The PriceThe price that starts at £287/Day ($362/€333) for booking the Kurabesi liveaboard includes: Airport Transfer, Beach BBQ, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, Diving Package, Drinking Water, Fishing, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Hotel Transfer, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Snacks, Snorkelling Guide, Soft Drinks, Stand-up Paddle Boards, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails.
Paid For Optional ExtrasThe following are optional extras when you book the Kurabesi liveaboard: Alcoholic Beverages, Diving Insurance, Extra Dives, Gratuities, Laundry Service, Massage, Private Dive Guide, Pressing Service, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses, Snorkel Equipment.
Paid For Required ExtrasThe following are required extras when you book the Kurabesi liveaboard: National Park Fees.
Boat Capacity
Boat Length28 metres (92 feet).
Maximum Guests12
Cabins and BathroomsThe Kurabesi dive boat has 6 cabins and 6 bathrooms.
Cabin TypesThe Kurabesi has the following cabin types: double cabins, twin cabins.
Family cabins onboardFamily cabins onboard: NO.
Advanced Divers
Advanced Diver Benefits (Max 3)The Kurabesi 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 Kurabesi liveaboard has 3 out of 3 (i.e. 100%) 'Underwater Photographer Benefits', which include: Camera Room: YES; Camera Station: YES; Separate Rinse For U/W Cameras: YES.
Non-Diver Activities
Non-Diving Activities (Max 17)The Kurabesi liveaboard has 8 out of 17 (i.e. 47%) 'Non-Diving Activities', which include: Fishing: YES; Glass Bottom Boat: NO; Jacuzzi/Hot Tub: NO; Jet Skiing: NO; Kayaks: YES; Land Excursions: YES; Massage: NO; Naturalist Itineraries: [naturalist_Itineraries]; Naturalist Guide: YES; Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly: YES, Sauna: NO; Snorkel Equipment: YES; Spa: NO; Stand Up Paddle Boards: YES; Wakeboarding: NO; Water Skiing: NO; Yoga: NO.
Onboard Entertainment (Max 2)The Kurabesi liveaboard has 2 out of 2 (i.e. 100%) 'Entertainment Features': Audio And Entertainment: YES; Library: YES.
Traveller Benefits
Travel Benefits (Max 6)The Kurabesi liveaboard has 3 out of 6 (i.e. 50%) 'Traveller Benefits', which include: Airport Transfer: YES; Available For Charter: YES, Budget Friendly: NO, Dedicated Local & International Crew: NO; Hotel Transfer: YES; Welcome Cocktails; NO.
Languages Spoken OnboardThe crew onboard the Kurabesi liveaboard are able to speak the following languages: English, Indonesian.
Liveaboard Summary
ConclusionAll-inclusive trip with up to 30 dives on the Kurabesi Indonesia liveaboard from £287/day ($362/€333) & rated 8.8 + SDE Lux Rated 67%. Up to 12 divers on a 28m 92f Indonesian wooden phinisi dive boat with 6 cabins, 6 bathrooms + aircon cabins, for charter, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, dive courses, scuba gear rental. Click Kurabesi for more information.
More InformationTo discover more about the Kurabesi diving liveaboard or to check availability for your dive trip to Indonesia you can do this here: Kurabesi. 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 Kurabesi Liveaboard, please visit this link: Kurabesi.
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 Kurabesi Indonesia Liveaboard), please comment below with your questions.
Please SharePlease share details about the experience you had on the Kurabesi 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 Kurabesi 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 Kurabesi liveaboard above if you've already dived in Indonesia from this dive boat, but also make sure you have fun and be safe.
Kurabesi 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.
