Emperor Harmoni

The Emperor Harmoni is a high quality, contemporary liveaboard that was launched in September 2022. She was designed and built to take into consideration Indonesia’s unique conditions; harnessing the Emperor team’s extensive experience in liveaboard vessels to balance the highest standards with very reasonable prices. She cruises from Komodo, Flores and Alor, through the Banda Sea, and in Raja Ampat.

Built from Sulawesi Ironwood and one of only a few liveaboards in Indonesia to have 2 engines, at a huge 48m in length she comfortably accommodates 24 guests in 12 well-appointed ensuite cabins all with air-con. Also note that the Cruises prices are 'inclusive', meaning there are no hidden extras such as port or park fees, state taxes, fuel surcharges or route supplements.

There is an air-conditioned lounge on the main deck with comfy sofas, a 49" HD flat screen with digital movies, music and book library; free wi-fi, board games, an internationally stocked bar, and spacious dining area. There is also a digital camera charging area. The upper deck is where you will find the outdoor relaxation areas with beanbags and sunbeds.

Emperor Harmoni is equipped with 3 x 5m RIBs with 50 HP outboards, and has up to 4 dive guides to accompany guests on their underwater adventures. There is a full range rental scuba equipment on offer; and the liveaboard has both 12 and 15 litre aluminium tanks. Nitrox is provided free of charge to EANx-certified divers from the partial pressure system. Camera facilities include charging stations, an air gun, rinse tanks and camera table. Onboard activities for guests include paddleboards and kayaks.

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Dive experience: All divers are required to have a minimum of 30 logged dives and have an Advanced Open Water Diver license or equivalent to join these cruises.

Cruise price per person includes: Cabin accommodation with air-conditioning, breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, drinking water, hot drinks, port and park fees. return transfers to the boat from airport, dives (as detailed in the trips above), nitrox fills for enriched air certified divers, tanks, weights and weightbelts, 4 experienced English-speaking divemasters, island excursions (e.g. to see the Komodo dragons) and one island cocktail party (weather permitting), all taxes.

Cruise price per person excludes (mandatory, unless customer provides own): Scuba equipment (incl. dive computer US$ 31 per day), SMB, dive insurance (available onboard). Unless otherwise stated, all listed items need to be paid on arrival (cash - USD, EUR, GBP, IDR, or credit card).

Optional extras: Alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, 15 litre tank (US$ 7 per day), torch (US$ 7 per day). Unless otherwise stated, all the listed items need to be paid on arrival. Note: prices of items purchased onboard are subject to change.

How to get there: Guests arriving at the nearest domestic airport on the check-in day will be met by a Harmoni representative, wearing a uniform and holding a sign with the boat name. The meeting point is at the main exit, after you have collected your luggage. Boat-local airport transfers will be arranged in accordance with your flight times. The aim is to have everyone onboard by 9 am on start day in order to leave port as soon as all clients are on board.
At cruise end, check out begins early morning on the day of disembarkation and all guests are required to disembark no later than midday. The last dive of the trip will be at around 1 pm, and the boat will return to port during the evening of the second last day of the trip. Please wait at least 18 hours before flying after diving.
Komodo: Fly direct to the port of Labuan Bajo (LBJ) which has direct flights from Jakarta, Bali, and several other smaller airports.
Flores: Fly direct to the port of Maumere (MOF), direct from Bali, Ujung Pandang, or Kupang.
Raja Ampat: cruises from Sorong (SOQ). Fly direct to Sorong from Jakarta, Manado, or several other smaller airports.
Raja Ampat and Banda trips from Sorong or Ambon (AMQ) (these trips operate in both directions), and some more infrequent itineraries use other ports.
For more details, including airlines, see our: travel information section.

Non-diver rate: US$ 36 gift voucher to spend onboard, and free snorkelling equipment.

Single supplement (if you do not want to share accommodation): This is optional - single travellers may choose to share a cabin or pay a supplement of 50% of the published price. See the single travellers' guarantee in the main boat description above.

Dive clubs and group discounts: Pay for 7 guests and 1 extra person can join the cruise free of charge (8+ guests).

Whole boat charter rate (per night): Pay for 21 guests and 3 extra persons can join free of charge (total 24 guests).

Raja Ampat, Banda Sea & Ambon (13 Days / 12 Nights - 33 Dives)

Trip highlights: shark action, manta rays, turtles, great macro life/ marine diversity, schooling fish & big pelagics

Diving environment: advanced divers, beginner divers, cage diving, caverns, drift diving, healthy reefs, off the beaten track, very popular, wall diving, wreck diving

Dive sites and activities: Banda Islands: Pohon Miring, Batu Kapal, Batu Kapal Pinnacle, Banda Neira Jetty and Lava Flow, Raja Ampat - Misool: Daram, Wayilbatan, Fiabacet, Pele, Gam, Penemu, Airborek and Cape Kri. Land excursions.

Day 1
You will be met by a representative of Emperor Harmoni on arrival at Sorong Airport at the main exit after luggage collection; you will then be transferred by ferry to Waisai. Guests are advised to arrive in Sorong in time for the 9 am ferry.. Once onboard you will be shown to your cabin, get to know your fellow divers and meet the crew and listen to the full safety briefing for the cruise ahead. The meals served on your day of check-in are dependent on your arrival time. After a good night's sleep on board it is time for your first full dive day!

Days 2-12
After a good night's sleep on board it is time for your first full dive day! On this cruise you will experience plenty of unforgettable underwater encounters. From the amazing macro life sites around Ambon, searching for weird critters, to beautiful coral gardens surrounded by schools of surgeonfish, bigeye trevally and turtles when you reach the Banda Islands. Even encounters of large pelagics are possible during this amazing dive safari! In Banda's amazingly clear waters you will encounter barracuda, bumpheads and myriad smaller creatures hiding in gardens of table corals.
Raja Ampat is a scuba diver's paradise in the heart of the Coral Triangle. Experience a great variety of environments such as deep dives around pinnacles surrounded by schools of fish, walls covered with soft corals and gorgonian fans that are home to nudibranchs and pygmy seahorses, mantas hanging out at cleaning stations, bigeye trevally, wobbegongs, epaulette sharks, crocodilefish, and an endless list of other underwater possibilities. On night dives you will discover nocturnal critters, mainly crustaceans like lobsters, crabs and shrimps.
The culinary experience onboard offers a wide range of flavours and options to satisfy varied taste buds. It includes an eclectic mix of international cuisine and tantalizing Indonesian delicacies. Guests can enjoy their meals in a buffet-style setup at the dedicated dining area or in beach locations, allowing them to fully immerse themselves in the stunning natural beauty of Indonesia. Breakfast includes eggs, sausage, omelettes, baked beans, croissants, fruit. Lunch could be Gado Gado, Chicken Rendang, Red Snapper with Cream Sauce. Dinner examples include Beef in Black Pepper Sauce, Roast Duck, Fish Wonton. Desserts: Black Forest Cake, Chocolate Caramel Crepes, Avocado Mousse. Snacks: muffins, sandwiches, cashew nuts, banana bread.
This cruise takes in the Banda islands so you will also enjoy a half-day excursion to Banda Neira’s nutmeg plantation, historic fort and maritime museum. Also a hike at Penemu, with stunning views of the lagoon and limestone rocks.

Day 13
After a hearty breakfast it is time to pack your gear and say your farewells before disembarking and being transferred to Ambon Airport in time for your onward flight.
Note: this trip sometimes runs in reverse so please check exact port details above.

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Raja Ampat National Park South & Central (10 Days / 9 Nights - 24 Dives)

Trip highlights: shark action, manta rays, turtles, great macro life/ marine diversity, schooling fish & big pelagics

Diving environment: advanced divers, beginner divers, cage diving, caverns, drift diving, healthy reefs, off the beaten track, very popular, wall diving, wreck diving

Dive sites and activities: Raja Ampat - Gam, Penemu, Arborek, Cape Kri/Dampier Strait, Batanta, Misool: Daram, Wayilbatan, Pelee, Fiabacet. Land visit at Penemu viewpoint.

Day 1
You will be met by a representative of Emperor Harmoni on arrival at Sorong Airport at the main exit after luggage collection; you will then be transferred to the boat. Once onboard you will be shown to your cabin, get to know your fellow divers and meet the crew and listen to the full safety briefing for the cruise ahead. The meals served on your day of check-in are dependent on your arrival time. After a good night's sleep on board it is time for your first full dive day!

Days 2-9
Welcome to Raja Ampat, a scuba diver's paradise in the heart of the Coral Triangle where you will enjoy 3 daily dives and a night dive for most of the full diving days of your safari. Experience a great variety of environments such as deep dives around pinnacles surrounded by schools of fish, walls covered with soft corals and gorgonian fans that are home to nudibranchs and pygmy seahorses, mantas hanging out at cleaning stations, bigeye trevally, wobbegongs, epaulette sharks, crocodilefish, and an endless list of other underwater possibilities. On night dives you will discover nocturnal critters, mainly crustaceans like lobsters, crabs and shrimps.
In addition to all the spectacular diving, you will also enjoy a hike at Penemu, with stunning views of the lagoon and limestone rocks.
The culinary experience onboard offers a wide range of flavours and options to satisfy varied taste buds. It includes an eclectic mix of international cuisine and tantalizing Indonesian delicacies. Guests can enjoy their meals in a buffet-style setup at the dedicated dining area or in beach locations, allowing them to fully immerse themselves in the stunning natural beauty of Indonesia. Breakfast includes eggs, sausage, omelettes, baked beans, croissants, fruit. Lunch could be Gado Gado, Chicken Rendang, Red Snapper with Cream Sauce. Dinner examples include Beef in Black Pepper Sauce, Roast Duck, Fish Wonton. Desserts: Black Forest Cake, Chocolate Caramel Crepes, Avocado Mousse. Snacks: muffins, sandwiches, cashew nuts, banana bread.

Day 10
After a hearty breakfast it is time to pack your gear and say your farewells before disembarking and being transferred to Sorong Airport in time for your onward flight.

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Raja Ampat & Triton Bay (13 Days / 12 Nights - 33 Dives)

Trip highlights: whale sharks, shark action, manta rays, turtles, great macro life/ marine diversity, schooling fish & big pelagics

Diving environment: advanced divers, beginner divers, cage diving, caverns, drift diving, healthy reefs, off the beaten track, very popular, wall diving, wreck diving

Dive sites and activities: Triton Bay, Raja Ampat - Misool: Daram, Wayilbatan, Fiabacet, Pele, Gam, Penemu, Airborek and Cape Kri. Land excursions.

Day 1
You will be met by a representative of Emperor Harmoni on arrival at Sorong Airport at the main exit after luggage collection; you will then be transferred by ferry to Waisai. Guests are advised to arrive in Sorong in time for the 9 am ferry.. Once onboard you will be shown to your cabin, get to know your fellow divers and meet the crew and listen to the full safety briefing for the cruise ahead. The meals served on your day of check-in are dependent on your arrival time. After a good night's sleep on board it is time for your first full dive day!

Days 2-12
After a good night's sleep on board it is time for your first full dive day! Triton Bay is considered a dive destination of absolute world class with its own unique attractions. It is relatively unexplored, with wonderful biodiversity and unique soft coral gardens. Huge forests of black coral and rugged rocks provide fantastic scenery both above and below water. Potential sightings include whale sharks, epaulette sharks, resident pilot whales, squadrons of bumphead parrotfish. Critter appearances include frogfish, ornate ghost pipefish and nudibranchs galore.
Raja Ampat is a scuba diver's paradise in the heart of the Coral Triangle. Experience a great variety of environments such as deep dives around pinnacles surrounded by schools of fish, walls covered with soft corals and gorgonian fans that are home to nudibranchs and pygmy seahorses, mantas hanging out at cleaning stations, bigeye trevally, wobbegongs, epaulette sharks, crocodilefish, and an endless list of other underwater possibilities. On night dives you will discover nocturnal critters, mainly crustaceans like lobsters, crabs and shrimps.
The culinary experience onboard offers a wide range of flavours and options to satisfy varied taste buds. It includes an eclectic mix of international cuisine and tantalizing Indonesian delicacies. Guests can enjoy their meals in a buffet-style setup at the dedicated dining area or in beach locations, allowing them to fully immerse themselves in the stunning natural beauty of Indonesia. Breakfast includes eggs, sausage, omelettes, baked beans, croissants, fruit. Lunch could be Gado Gado, Chicken Rendang, Red Snapper with Cream Sauce. Dinner examples include Beef in Black Pepper Sauce, Roast Duck, Fish Wonton. Desserts: Black Forest Cake, Chocolate Caramel Crepes, Avocado Mousse. Snacks: muffins, sandwiches, cashew nuts, banana bread.
This cruise takes in a visit to waterfalls, and a hike at Penemu, with stunning views of the lagoon and limestone rocks.

Day 13
After a hearty breakfast it is time to pack your gear and say your farewells before disembarking and being transferred to Kaimana Airport in time for your onward flight.
Note: this trip sometimes runs in reverse so please check exact port details above.

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Raja Ampat & Halmahera (13 Days / 12 Nights - 33 Dives)

Trip highlights: shark action, manta rays, turtles, great macro life/ marine diversity, schooling fish & big pelagics

Diving environment: advanced divers, beginner divers, cage diving, caverns, drift diving, healthy reefs, off the beaten track, very popular, wall diving, wreck diving

Dive sites and activities: Raja Ampat - Misool: Daram, Wayilbatan, Fiabacet, Pelee, Balbulol; Gam, Penemu, Dampier Strait, Batanta; Pisang, Halmahera: Pigaraja, Patintie Strait, Goraichai, Makian, Pilonga, Pulau Hiri, Batu Hitam. Land excursions.

Day 1
You will be met by a representative of Emperor Harmoni on arrival at Sorong Airport at the main exit after luggage collection; you will then be transferred by ferry to Waisai. Guests are advised to arrive in Sorong in time for the 9 am ferry. Once onboard you will be shown to your cabin, get to know your fellow divers and meet the crew and listen to the full safety briefing for the cruise ahead. The meals served on your day of check-in are dependent on your arrival time. After a good night's sleep on board it is time for your first full dive day!

Days 2-12
After a good night's sleep on board it is time for your first full dive day! On this cruise you will experience plenty of unforgettable underwater encounters. The marine biodiversity in Halmahera is exceptional and its pristine coral reefs offer exceptional conditions for scuba diving and snorkeling; it is a secret gem with so much still to be discovered. You will have the chance to do some wreck diving and experience some of the best coral gardens that Indonesia has to offer. Dive sites range from ridges, pinnacles, caverns, swim-throughs, muck and ancient volcanoes, creating a diversity of diving and coral habitats. Schooling reef fish such as spadefish and surgeonfish, and bait balls attract numerous hunters, tunas, and mackerel and you can also search under the docks at Makian and Lilai for critters. Other encounters can include hammerheads, barracuda, oceanic whitetip sharks, mantas, mobulas, bumphead parrotfish, trevallies, Napoleon wrasse, bonitos and wahoo.
Raja Ampat is a scuba diver's paradise in the heart of the Coral Triangle. Experience a great variety of environments such as deep dives around pinnacles surrounded by schools of fish, walls covered with soft corals and gorgonian fans that are home to nudibranchs and pygmy seahorses, mantas hanging out at cleaning stations, bigeye trevally, wobbegongs, epaulette sharks, crocodilefish, and an endless list of other underwater possibilities. On night dives you will discover nocturnal critters, mainly crustaceans like lobsters, crabs and shrimps.
The culinary experience onboard offers a wide range of flavours and options to satisfy varied taste buds. It includes an eclectic mix of international cuisine and tantalizing Indonesian delicacies. Guests can enjoy their meals in a buffet-style setup at the dedicated dining area or in beach locations, allowing them to fully immerse themselves in the stunning natural beauty of Indonesia. Breakfast includes eggs, sausage, omelettes, baked beans, croissants, fruit. Lunch could be Gado Gado, Chicken Rendang, Red Snapper with Cream Sauce. Dinner examples include Beef in Black Pepper Sauce, Roast Duck, Fish Wonton. Desserts: Black Forest Cake, Chocolate Caramel Crepes, Avocado Mousse. Snacks: muffins, sandwiches, cashew nuts, banana bread.
This cruise takes in a hike at Penemu, with stunning views of the lagoon and limestone rocks.

Day 13
After a hearty breakfast it is time to pack your gear and say your farewells before disembarking and being transferred to Ternate Airport in time for your onward flight.
Note: this trip sometimes runs in reverse so please check exact port details above.

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Raja Ampat & Forgotten Islands (13 Days / 12 Nights - 33 Dives)

Trip highlights: hammerhead sharks, shark action, manta rays, turtles, great macro life/ marine diversity, schooling fish & big pelagics

Diving environment: advanced divers, beginner divers, cage diving, caverns, drift diving, healthy reefs, off the beaten track, very popular, wall diving, wreck diving

Dive sites and activities: Raja Ampat - Misool: Daram, Wayilbatan, Fiabacet, Pelee, Balbulol; Pisang, Momon, Koon, Kurkap, Ultima Frontera, Kei Islands. Land excursions.

Day 1
You will be met by a representative of Emperor Harmoni on arrival at Sorong Airport at the main exit after luggage collection; you will then be transferred by ferry to Waisai. Guests are advised to arrive in Sorong in time for the 9 am ferry. Once onboard you will be shown to your cabin, get to know your fellow divers and meet the crew and listen to the full safety briefing for the cruise ahead. The meals served on your day of check-in are dependent on your arrival time. After a good night's sleep on board it is time for your first full dive day!

Days 2-12
After a good night's sleep on board it is time for your first full dive day! On this cruise you will experience plenty of unforgettable underwater encounters. The Forgotten Islands are a truly remote and thrilling 'frontier' dive destination. Deep in the Moluccas of Eastern Indonesia, its isolation has meant thriving marine life. Expect walls with extremely healthy coral reefs and immaculate seamounts. 'Big stuff' can include schooling hammerheads, silvertip, white and black tip reef sharks, Napoleon wrasse, mobula rays, bumphead parrotfish, eagle rays, turtles, thresher sharks, along with schooling jacks, barracuda, surgeonfish and fusiliers. 'Small stuff' includes pygmy seahorses, nudibranchs, ghost pipefish, octopus, triggerfish, lionfish, scorpionfish and dragon shrimps.
Raja Ampat is a scuba diver's paradise in the heart of the Coral Triangle. Experience a great variety of environments such as deep dives around pinnacles surrounded by schools of fish, walls covered with soft corals and gorgonian fans that are home to nudibranchs and pygmy seahorses, mantas hanging out at cleaning stations, bigeye trevally, wobbegongs, epaulette sharks, crocodilefish, and an endless list of other underwater possibilities. On night dives you will discover nocturnal critters, mainly crustaceans like lobsters, crabs and shrimps.
The culinary experience onboard offers a wide range of flavours and options to satisfy varied taste buds. It includes an eclectic mix of international cuisine and tantalizing Indonesian delicacies. Guests can enjoy their meals in a buffet-style setup at the dedicated dining area or in beach locations, allowing them to fully immerse themselves in the stunning natural beauty of Indonesia. Breakfast includes eggs, sausage, omelettes, baked beans, croissants, fruit. Lunch could be Gado Gado, Chicken Rendang, Red Snapper with Cream Sauce. Dinner examples include Beef in Black Pepper Sauce, Roast Duck, Fish Wonton. Desserts: Black Forest Cake, Chocolate Caramel Crepes, Avocado Mousse. Snacks: muffins, sandwiches, cashew nuts, banana bread.
This cruise takes in a hike at Penemu, with stunning views of the lagoon and limestone rocks.

Day 13
After a hearty breakfast it is time to pack your gear and say your farewells before disembarking and being transferred to Tual Airport in time for your onward flight.
Note: this trip sometimes runs in reverse so please check exact port details above.

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[Information is best estimate in ideal circumstances and subject to changes beyond our control. The itinerary is a guide only and may be adapted to best suit the weather, tides, currents, availability and other prevailing events. Price is for the cruise, not for an exact number of dives].

The Emperor Harmoni has 12 cabins. There are 4 on the upper deck with large seaview windows, 2 with twin beds (approx. 10 sqm) that can be adapted to doubles, and 2 with a double bed (14 sqm). There are 8 more cabins on the lower deck, 2 with twin beds (12 sqm), 4 cabins with both a double and single bed (12 sqm), and 2 with just a double bed (9 sqm). All cabins have en-suite facilities.

All the cabins have: No. of bathrooms / showers - 14 / 13 - hot water

Customer reviews:

"The Emperor Harmoni itself is an excellent, modern and well-equipped boat, with an efficient and attentive crew.
However, my trip was largely ruined by the arrogant, rude and in places downright nasty behaviour of the cruise director. And when I complained to Emperor Indonesia, they dismissed and ignored my complaint, blaming me for being the troublemaker. In twenty years of diving, I have never had such a horrible experience. A pity, because I have done 4 excellent trouble-free liveaboards with Emperor on the Red Sea." - Gordon Reid, Malaysia, 3 December 2023 ...

"Ship was new, well designed for diver needs and comfort Dive operation was efficient. Divemasters were excellent in knowledge and taking care of divers. Food amazing." - Carole Rauchle, United States, 25 September 2023 ...