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Video TitleJewels of Indonesia with Amira Liveaboard - October 2018
Nitrox DivingPaid nitrox available, which means you benefit from the many advantages of nitrox diving if you are happy to pay for it. 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)
1401726682307Know Before You GoThe MSV Amira 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 39 dives on the MSV Amira Indonesia liveaboard from £286/day ($360/€332) & rated 9.1. Up to 19 divers on a 52m 171f Indonesian wooden phinisi dive boat with 10 cabins, 10 bathrooms + aircon cabins, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, paid nitrox, scuba gear rental.Liveaboard.com Booking linkMSV AmiraBoat Attributes52m (171f) : 10 cabins + 10 bathrooms for 19 guests.Boat typeIndonesian PhinisiDiver certification (Depends on itinerary)Open Water DiverScuba gear rentalYESDive coursesYESDiving Experience (Depends on itinerary)50 logged divesPrices starting at£286/($360/€332)* 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:, Daram Archipelago (Misool Marine Park), Farondi Cave & Lagoon, Fiabacet (Misool National Park), Misool Eco Reserve, Misool Islands (Pulau Misool), Pele Island (Pulau Pele), Tomolol Caves (Gua Sacral; Misool).Diving Destinations (Area 2)*Komodo National Park Dive Sites:, Castle Rock (Gili Lawa Laut Island), Gili Lawa Laut (Lesser Sunda Islands Near Komodo Island), Komodo National Park Diving, Loh Buaya Rinca Island (Trekking to watch sunset trekking though a cave of bats), Loh Liang Komodo Island (Pulau Komodo For Komodo Dragons; Maybe Addtional Charge on Some Liveaboards), Manta Alley (South of Komodo Island; Dive with Manta Rays), North Komodo, Sebayur Island (Pulau Sebayur; Known for Bumphead Parrotfish).Diving Destinations (Area 3)*Other Indonesia Dive Sites:, Adonara Island (Forgotten Islands), Alor Area, Alor Island (Pulau Alor - world-class muck diving), Alor Strait, Babi Island (Pulau Babi Maumere), Bacan Island (Pulau Bacan; Muck Diving), Banda Islands (Pulau Banda - The Spice Islands), Bima Bay (World-class muck diving in Lembeh Strait), Bubble Reef Dive (Pulau Manuk; Sulfur runoff can be seen underwater), Dusborgh Reef (Karang Dusborgh; Schools of scalloped hammerhead sharks), Flores Sea, Forgotten Islands, Guraici Island (Pulau Guraici; or Goraici Islands/Goracihi islands; South Halmahera), Halmahera Island South (Pulau Halmahera), Hot Rocks (Sangeang Island; Pulau Sangeang), Koon Island; Koon Reef; Koon Ridge (Pulau Koon - Maluku Province), Manuk Island (Pulau Manuk or Snake Island or Snake Volcano - Lots of sea snakes +seasonal schooling hammerhead sharks), Maumere Bay and Area, Maumere Strait, Moa Island (Pulau Moa; Forgotten Islands), Nil Desperandum Reef (Schooling Hammerhead Sharks), Pantar Island (Pulau Pantar; Schooling hammerhead sharks), Pisang Island (Pulau Pisang or Banana Island Between Misool & Halmahera; Also known as Sjahrir Island), Riung 17 islands National Park, Romang Island (Group of Islands; Forgotten Islands), Sangeang Island (Pulau Sangeang and Sangeang Volcano), Serbete Wall Dive & Reef (Pulau Kawula), Sermata Island (Pulau Sermata; Forgotten Islands), Serua Island (Pulau Serua - Ideal for Schools of Hammerheads), Tifore Island (Pulau Tifore Between Halmahera and Lembeh), Wetar Island (Pulau Wetar; Forgotten Islands).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 MSV Amira 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 MSV Amira liveaboard.
Booking tipsBefore you book and pay for your flights, you first need your itinerary dates confirmed for your MSV Amira 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 MSV Amira liveaboard trip. Congratulations, you are about to embark on an amazing adventure!
Liveaboard Quick ReviewThe MSV Amira Liveaboard is a 52m (171f) Indonesia Komodo boat for diving safaris for up to 19 guests enjoying 10 cabins and 10 bathrooms. This Indonesia liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.1 out of 10 and is rated 'Superb' (SDE Lux Rating 87%*).
* SDE Lux Rating - See Below*SDE Lux Rating 87% - See Liveaboard Luxury Features Review section below.
Liveaboard Review TipsIf you are looking for a superb Indonesian liveaboard diving safari, you can't go too far wrong with the MSV Amira diving liveaboard. Here's our quick 7 review tips of why you might like to book this Indonesia diving liveaboard boat:
1. Customer RatingThe MSV Amira liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.1 out of 10, and and customers have rated the MSV Amira Liveaboard "Superb".
2. Scuba Diving Earth Luxury Rating SummaryDiver Benefits: 9 out of 9, Liveaboard Design: 9 out of 9, Cabin Luxury: 5 out of 7, Onboard Comfort: 6 out of 7, Food Luxury: 10 out of 11, Drink Luxury: 6 out of 9. This makes an average Total SDE Lux Rating of 45 out of 52, or 87% (see below under "Liveaboard Luxury Features Review" for more details).
3. Cost Per DayThe Indonesia MSV Amira Liveaboard costs from £286 per day ($360/€332)* .
4. ProsA quick list of the main pros of the MSV Amira Liveaboard include: aircon cabins, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, paid nitrox, scuba gear rental.
5. ConsA quick list of the main cons of the MSV Amira Liveaboard include: no internet, not available for charter.
6. Liveaboard CapacityThe MSV Amira liveaboard is 52 metres (171 feet) long, has 10 cabins and 10 bathrooms, which means it can accommodate up to 19 guests/divers.
7. Booking ItinerariesThe booking itineraries for the MSV Amira Liveaboard include: 8 Days/7 Nights, 10 Days/9 Nights, 11 Days/10 Nights, 12 Days/11 Nights, 13 Days/12 Nights, 15 Days/14 Nights. (But it's worth checking if more diving itineraries by clicking here: MSV Amira).
More about liveaboard discountsIf you want to find out more about how liveaboard discounts work, and in particular about discounted liveaboard trips for the MSV Amira Liveaboard, please scroll to the Liveaboard Discount section below.
Discover MoreTo find out more or book the MSV Amira Liveaboard you can do this here: MSV Amira
* 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 MSV Amira Liveaboard, please visit this link: MSV Amira.
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Liveaboard Discounts
Last Minute Liveaboard DealsBefore reading more about the Indonesia MSV Amira 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 MSV Amira 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
2474Liveaboard/View OfferAmiraDeal Date05/01/2025Discount15%Liveaboard Discount Total£709Price Before Discount£4,729.00Price After Discount£4,020.00Tour Days12daysLiveaboard Discounted TourRaja Ampat (Sorong - Sorong)Group booking discountNon groupLiveaboard CountryIndonesia
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Liveaboard DiscountsIf you're looking for a discounted liveaboard trip on the MSV Amira, 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: MSV Amira.
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 MSV Amira Liveaboard has 45 out of a total of 52 (SDE Lux Rating 87%) possible benefits and features. This total of 87% is made up of the following benefits and features:
Diver Benefits (Max 9/9=100%)The MSV Amira liveaboard has 9 out of 9 'Diver Benefits' (100%), and include: DIN Adapters: YES; Dive Courses: YES; Dive Deck: YES: Gear Rental: YES; Nitrox Onboard: YES; Private Dive Guide: YES; Rinse Hoses: YES; Shaded Dive Area: YES; Tenders For Diving: YES.
Liveaboard Design (Max 9/9=100%)The MSV Amira liveaboard has 9 out of 9 'Boat Design Features' (100%) and include: Airconditioned Saloon: YES; 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 MSV Amira liveaboard has 5 out of 7 'Cabin Features' (71%) and include: Air-Conditioned Cabins: YES; Cabin Balconies: NO; Daily Housekeeping: YES; Ensuite cabins: YES; Non-smoking Cabins: YES; Seaview cabins available: YES; TV In Cabin: NO.
Onboard Comfort (Max 7/7=100%)The MSV Amira liveaboard has 6 out of 7 'Onboard Comfort' (86%) features, and include: Beach Towels: YES, Cabin Towels: YES; Complimentary Toiletries: YES; Deck Towels: YES; Internet: NO; Laundry Service: YES; Nearly 1 to 1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio: YES.
Food Luxury (Max 11/11=100%)The MSV Amira liveaboard has 10 out of 11 'Food Features' (91%) and include: BBQ Area: YES; Beach BBQ: YES; Buffet Style: YES; Dietary Requirements Catered For: YES; Fine Cuisine: NO; Local Food: YES; Outdoor Dining: YES; Snacks All Day: YES; Vegan Options: YES; Vegetarian Options: YES; Western Style Food: YES; (Meal options include: Al Fresco Dining, Full-board Option, Set Menu Dinner).
Drink Luxury (Max 9/9=100%)The MSV Amira liveaboard has 6 out of 9 'Drink Features' (67%) and include: Bar: YES; Beer Available: YES; Drinking Water: YES; Fine Wines: YES; 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 MSV Amira liveaboard customer reviews listed here have been chosen for you to get a feel for the scuba diving experience you'll get.
Customer Review
”The boat and crew far exceeded our expectations. The liveaboard experience was excellent. Wooden boats are different than steel hull boats, and Amira performed beautifully as a dive boat. The meals had something for everyone (including peanut butter and Nutella and the seafood was outstanding. Diving and snorkeling was problem free, with easy access to great sites. As we sometimes sailed near and observed other boats, it was easy to be proud to be on Amira!” Recommended for: 1) The boat, Amira, is large and very comfortable in every way. 2) The crew, both on board and in the Zodiacs, were unexceptionally helpful. 3) The other guests were pleased with their experiences.
Customer Review ByThomas V, from: United States scored the MSV Amira 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: MSV Amira.
”Amira in Cenderawasih Bay – Whale Sharks. Amira is a wonderful boat – plenty of space for 18 divers, also in between dives without feeling crowded. The crew very simply amazing and service minded! We generally enjoyed the food very much – but sometimes some dishes were too spicy for my wife. And the diving highlight was diving with the whale sharks – other diving was generally also good, but not spectacular like the whale sharks.” Recommended for: The boat, the crew and diving with whale sharks.
Customer Review ByJens D, from: Denmark scored the MSV Amira 8.8 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: MSV Amira.
Liveaboard Itinerary
Liveaboard Departure-Arrival LocationThe MSV Amira Liveaboard departs and returns from the port none selected. Please click here: MSV Amira to find out how to get from to join the MSV Amira Liveaboard's departure port none selected.
Itinerary and videosThe itineraries below for the MSV Amira 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 MSV Amira dive boat.
Itinerary 2 TitleRaja Ampat North / Indonesia - Diving with Amira Liveaboard | Nord Raja Ampat - Tauchen mit Amira
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Dives and Scuba Diver Experience
Number of Dives On TripYou will be able to dive up to 39 times in total on the MSV Amira liveaboard diving trips. The number of times you dive will depend on the itinerary you select.
Your Diver Certification LevelIf you choose the MSV Amira 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: YES; Advanced Open Water Diver: NO.
Your Logged DivesWhen choosing the MSV Amira 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 MSV Amira 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: 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 MSV Amira 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 MSV Amira 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 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 £286/Day ($360/€332) for booking the MSV Amira liveaboard includes: Beach BBQ, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, Diving Package, Drinking Water, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Kayaks, Land Excursions, Nitrox, Snacks, Tea & Coffee.
Paid For Optional ExtrasThe following are optional extras when you book the MSV Amira liveaboard: Alcoholic Beverages, Extra Dives, Gratuities, Laundry Service, Local Flights, Nitrox Course, Private Dive Guide, Pressing Service, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses, Snorkel Equipment, Snorkeling Guide, Soft Drinks.
Paid For Required ExtrasThe following are required extras when you book the MSV Amira liveaboard: Dive Insurance, National Park Fees, Port Fees, Travel Insurance, Visas and Fees.
Boat Capacity
Boat Length52 metres (171 feet).
Maximum Guests19
Cabins and BathroomsThe MSV Amira dive boat has 10 cabins and 10 bathrooms.
Cabin TypesThe MSV Amira has the following cabin types: double cabins, single cabins, twin cabins.
Family cabins onboardFamily cabins onboard: NO.
Advanced Divers
Advanced Diver Benefits (Max 3)The MSV Amira liveaboard has 3 out of 3 (i.e. 100%) 'Advanced Diver Benefits', which include: Rebreather Support: YES; Sidemount Diving YES; Tech Diving: YES.
Underwater Photographers
Underwater Photographer Benefits (Max 3)The MSV Amira 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 MSV Amira liveaboard has 5 out of 17 (i.e. 29%) 'Non-Diving Activities', which include: Fishing: NO; Glass Bottom Boat: NO; Jacuzzi/Hot Tub: NO; Jet Skiing: NO; Kayaks: YES; Land Excursions: YES; Massage: YES; Naturalist Itineraries: [naturalist_Itineraries]; Naturalist Guide: NO; Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly: YES, Sauna: NO; Snorkel Equipment: YES; Spa: NO; Stand Up Paddle Boards: NO; Wakeboarding: NO; Water Skiing: NO; Yoga: NO.
Onboard Entertainment (Max 2)The MSV Amira liveaboard has 2 out of 2 (i.e. 100%) 'Entertainment Features': Audio And Entertainment: YES; Library: YES.
Traveller Benefits
Travel Benefits (Max 6)The MSV Amira liveaboard has 3 out of 6 (i.e. 50%) 'Traveller Benefits', which include: Airport Transfer: YES; Available For Charter: NO, Budget Friendly: NO, Dedicated Local & International Crew: YES; Hotel Transfer: NO; Welcome Cocktails; YES.
Languages Spoken OnboardThe crew onboard the MSV Amira liveaboard are able to speak the following languages: English, French, German, Indonesian, Italian.
Liveaboard Summary
ConclusionAll-inclusive trip with up to 39 dives on the MSV Amira Indonesia liveaboard from £286/day ($360/€332) & rated 9.1 + SDE Lux Rated 87%. Up to 19 divers on a 52m 171f Indonesian wooden phinisi dive boat with 10 cabins, 10 bathrooms + aircon cabins, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, paid nitrox, scuba gear rental. Click MSV Amira for more information.
More InformationTo discover more about the MSV Amira diving liveaboard or to check availability for your dive trip to Indonesia you can do this here: MSV Amira. 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 MSV Amira Liveaboard, please visit this link: MSV Amira.
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 MSV Amira Indonesia Liveaboard), please comment below with your questions.
Please SharePlease share details about the experience you had on the MSV Amira 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 MSV Amira 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 MSV Amira liveaboard above if you've already dived in Indonesia from this dive boat, but also make sure you have fun and be safe.
MSV Amira Liveaboard Diving Review Indonesia Komodo
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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.
