Carpe Diem Phinisi

Boat

Carpe Diem Phinisi is a traditional Indonesian two masted sailing boat built in 2012 and following more than 400 years of tradition. It was beautifully designed in South Sulawesi using ironwood and teak, and it is specifically designed and operated for small groups of passengers.

Carpe Diem Phinisi offers a well appointed indoor saloon where guests can gather around the large 10 seater table. The saloon also houses a library containing numerous books. The large open deck space in front of the deckhouse is typically used for alfresco dining, chilling out and it can be used as a yoga studio with unparalleled views. Carpe Diem Phinisi also offers a deck space on top of the deckhouse which constitutes a great spot to relax or simply watch the world go by thanks to several outdoor sleeping mattresses.

Meals are all prepared by a chef who takes the utmost care to ensure that guests enjoy delicious food during their cruise. Asian and international menus are served everyday from locally sourced fresh ingredients. You may also taste the freshest seafood provided from local fishermen. Specific receipes can be arranged if you have any special dietary needs. You will enjoy a warm breakfast buffet style, an either served or buffet lunch, afternoon snacks, cakes and fruits between two dives, and an either buffet or BBQ dinner. Drinking water, tea, coffee and non-alcoholic soft drinks and juices are available at anytime. Carpe Diem Phinisi can also supply alcoholic drinks on request.

Carpe Diem Phinisi's crew has paid meticulous attention to the cabin design and aesthetics in order to provide comfort and a warm ambiance.

Carpe Diem Phinisi is fully equipped for divers to enjoy themselves. All dives will be accompanied by qualified dive guides bringing together the unique combination of local knowledge and international standards. You will find a full DAN First Aid and oxygen equipment on board, and 12 full sets of equipment are free to use for all divers. Carpe Diem Phinisi also has a fresh water shower on deck.

Cabins

Carpe Diem Phinisi has 4 comfortable cabins and can accomodate up to 10 guests per trip.

All cabins come with an ensuite shower, sink and toilet, an individual air-conditioner, a desk, a chair and ample storage space. Free towels, soap, shower gel and shampoo are provided.

Cabin 1 - Pala :
Located on the main deck, the Pala cabin is a large double cabin spanning almost the entire width of the boat. It is adorned with large forward facing windows and a skylight.

Cabin 2 - Cengkeh :
Located on the lower deck, the Cengkeh cabin can be used as either a twin cabin or a double cabin as the twin single beds have been especially designed to be joined to form a comfortable double bed. Natural light and ventilation are provided by a porthole and a large skylight.

Cabin 3 & 4 : Pandan and Kayu Manis :
Located on the lower deck, the two cabins are mirror images of each other and are capable of sleeping up to 3 guests in a double/single bunk bed configuration. These cabins can also be used for two single guests. Natural light and ventilation are provided by a porthole and a skylight.

Diving

• 3 dives per day + alternating additional night dives.

• No dive provided on the day of arrival and departure.

• 2 dives will be provided on the day before departure.

• All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.

Other information

• Nitrox：Not available at the moment
• 15L Tanks：Available free of charge for use
• REBREATHER Dive：Not available at the moment
• Dive Equipment Rental：Available free of charge for use
• Dive insurance：Divers must have valid dive insurance
• Wi-Fi Internet ：Not available at the moment
• Laundry Service：Not available at the moment
• Massage Service：Not available at the moment
• Payment on board：Cash Only (USD/Euro/IDR)
• Crew Number：12, including 2 dive guides

Carpe Diem Phinisi mainly offers liveaboard trips to Komodo and Raja Ampat & Misool. During the right season of the year, it also offers different liveaboard crossing trips: to Maumere, Alor, Banda Sea, Ring of Fire island, Ambon, Saumlaki, Cenderawasih Bay and more.

Raja Ampat 9D/8N (26 dives) or 8D/7N (22 dives)

Sorong - Raja Ampat - Sorong

Day 1. (0 dives)
5pm. Arrival from Jakarta, Makassar, or Manado to Sorong. On arrival our staff will meet you at Sorong Airport to assist you and transfer to Blue Manta. Once all guests are onboard you will receive a very warm welcome, briefing, dinner, then we set sail to South Raja Ampat Misool area.

Day 2. (4 dives) Daram island area

Day 3. (4 dives) Nudi Rock, Tank Rock, Whale Rock, & night dive

Day 4 (3 dives) Misool; Boo Corner, The Window, Magic Mountain, sail over night to North Raja Ampat

Day 5. (4 dives) Yanggefo Island; Mayhem Ridge, Citrus ridge, Deep rock, & night dive

Day 6. (4 dives) Mansuar Corner, Manta Sandy, Cape Kri, & night dive

Day 7. (4 dives) Blue Magic, Sardine reef, Manta Spa, & night dive

Day 8. (2 dives) Your choice, and then sail back to Sorong Port. Plenty of time to wash & dry equipment, have lunch, and rest & relaxation.

Day 9. (0 dives) 7am. Check out after breakfast, farewells, and transfer to airport.
Departure from Sorong to Manado/ Makassar/ Jakarta/ Denpasar.

Komodo 10D/9N, 8 diving days (30 dives)

Bali - Komodo - Labuan Bajo

Day 1. (0 dives)
13:00-15:00 hours in Bali Airport or Near by Hotel. Our staff will pick you and transfer to Blue Manta. 5.00pm, after briefing, we sail over night to Moyo island.

Day 2 (4 dives) Satonda and Moyo island dive, we sail over night to Sangeang island.

Day 3. (4 dives) Sangeang ,Banta Island , GPS point , night dive

Day 4. (4 dives) North Komodo; Castle Rock, Crystal Rock, Shot Gun, Gili Lawa. Pinnacles, drift dives full of action with hunting fish; jacks & sharks!

Day 5. (4 dives) South Komodo; Nusa Kode; Cannibal Rock, Yellow Wall, Torpedo Allley, Crinoid Crack. Macro; nudibranchs, octopus, frogfish, pigmy seahorses

Day 6. (4 dives) South Komodo; Manta Alley , German Flag,

Day 7/8. (4 dives) North Komodo; Tatawa Besar & Kecil, Batu Bolong, Wainilu. Tons of Anthias, Napolean wrasse, sharks, much night dive.

Day 9. (2 dives) North Komodo Tatawa Kechil, Makassa reef, Drogan walk

Day 10. (0 dives) 8.00am - check out after breakfast, farewells, and transfer to airport / hotel in time for Check-in & flight. Take your pre-booked flight from Labuan Bajo to Bali

Banda Sea - Maumere-Alor-Forgotten island 11D/10N (30 dives)

Maumere - Ambon or Ambon - Maumere

Day 1. (0-1 dives)
5pm.Our staff will meet you in Maumere or Ambon Airport and transfer you Black Manta. Depending on arrival time, if time permit, we can do check dive in Maumere Bay.

Day 2. (4 dives) Pulau Komba

Day 3. (4 dives ) 1 full days diving around Alor best sites, Karl;s dream and Critters diving , Sail towards Pulau Wetar

Day 4. (3 dives) Wetar - excellent wall, Pelagic life and fantastic drop off, sail towards Ring of Fire over night

Day 5-8. (4 dives) Ring of Fire, Hammerhead sharks, Sea snake dives..

Day 9. (3 dives) Banda island Banda Sea. This is the best place to encounter huge school of fish, reef sharks, and tunas...etc sail towards Ambon

Day 10. (2-3 dives) Critter dives at Ambon Bay

Day 11. (0 dives) 7am. Check out after breakfast, farewells, and transfer to airport. Take your pre-booked flight to Ujung Pandang , Jakarta or Bali.