MV Mermaid 1

Indonesia

Type: Liveaboard

Departs from: Ambon / Bali / Maumere, Flores / Sorong, West Papua

No. of guests: 20

Prices from: 4,056 USD

3,650 USD

Booking / Enquiry

Itinerary

The itineraries below are the most-common for each trip, but these can sometimes be changed for a number of reasons. Small changes are made due to weather & sea conditions, special marine life sightings, overcrowded dive sites, local-authorities' instructions, and the needs & requests of the paying guests. The safety & comfort of all guests is most important at all times.

Facilites, Layout and Specifications

MV Mermaid 1 Layout

Courses

Although nearly all guests who join MV Mermaid 1’s trip are certified divers who just want to enjoy the cruise, there are often those who want to take part in a PADI or SSI diving course while on board. This is easily done with advance warning, but not necessarily confirmation. Advanced Open Water and Enriched Air (Nitrox) courses are the most popular.

Transfer details

South Bali: Airport, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, Kuta Beach, Seminyak, Benoa, Sanur Beach = Free of Charge

Central & Northern Bali : Price per person each way: Ubud, Padangbai, Candi Desa, Tanah Lot = €30

Price per person each way: Amed, Tulamben, Lovina Beach, Permuteran and northern points = €50

Raja Ampat / Maumere / Ambon / Lembeh

Transfers from/to airport and hotels within city limits = Free of charge

Transfers to island resorts = On application

Departure and Arrival Times:

Bali 

Boarding time at Benoa Passenger Pier at Benoa Harbour Bali is between 13:00-15:00 hours for our 16:00 hour departure. Final cruise departure time is subject to guest arrival times. Please liaise with Mermaid Liveaboards if your flight times cannot fit this schedule.

Transfers from/to the airport or hotels in the south are free of charge. From destinations in central and northern Bali, there is a small charge. Please refer to the price list.

Guests arriving before 12 noon on departure day will be transferred to Mermaid Liveaboards guest lounge at All 4 Diving at Sanur Beach where they can leave luggage in safety until boarding transfer at 2pm. 

Bali transfer times :

12:30 Nusa Dua, Ullawatu, Canggu, Kerobokan, 13:00 Jimbaran, Seminyak. 13:30 Kuta Beach, Legian, 14:00 Sanur Beach; 11:00 Tulamben; 12:00 Candi Desa, Padangbai, Ubud.

For other locations in Bali, please contact us.

Guests making their own way to the port must let us know at least 2 weeks prior to the cruise.

Boarding time for “own transport” guests is 1-2pm.

Maumere, Flores

Transfer Times: We will meet all flights and bring you straight to the vessel on cruise departure day or from your hotel by approx. 12 noon.

Guests are recommended to arrive one day prior, to be sure you can make cruise connections.

Manado

Transfer times: 

We will meet you at the airport or your hotel in Manado City area by 12pm to transfer to the vessel on cruise departure date.

Or if you are staying in Lembeh, we will coordinate the best transfer method with your resort and advise.

Transfers from/to the airport and within Manado City are free of charge.

Price is on application for transfers from other locations.

Sorong, Raja Ampat

Transfer times: We will coordinate your arrival and collect you from the airport or your hotel and bring you direct to the vessel. There are several reasonable hotels in Sorong plus there are some wonderful island retreats around and about that you may wish to stay at before or after your cruise. 

Ambon

Transfer Times: We will coordinate with you for your arrival or departure transferring you from/to the airport or from/to your hotel within the city limits.

Domestic Flights: The majority of local flights need to be booked in Indonesia, and international credit cards are difficult to use. Some airlines accept internet bookings such as Silk Air and Lion Air.

Guests are strongly advised to arrive at least one day prior to their cruise to avoid any delays.