Jelajahi Laut Liveaboard, Indonesia
9.5 Exceptional - Nitrox available
- Naturalist Guide
- En-Suite bathrooms
“Top notch crew and dive guides, plenty of food, comfortable cabins, lots of space on the boat for relaxing. ”
Highlights
Built in Sulawesi, considered the “boatyard” of Indonesia, Jelajahi Laut is a beautiful phinisi boat constructed in 2021 with local teak wood and ironwood, ready to take you to the hottest dive spots in Indonesia. Jelajahi Laut means “Explore the Sea,” which she delivers with expeditions to Komodo, Raja Ampat, Banda Islands, Alor, and Ambon, to name a few. This traditional phinisi was designed by divers, optimizing the comforts for diver guests with a spacious equipment area and camera station, where you can gear up and prepare for your underwater adventure.
With 6 comfortable cabins onboard, Jelajahi Laut offers an intimate dive cruise for up to 14 guests with a sense of adventure who appreciate exploring the popular dive sites and some of the remote islands, local villages, and new dive sites. With a small, local team of dedicated boat crew and dive guides, the staff onboard Jelajahi Laut will invite you as part of their family, introducing you to their home in the Indonesian archipelago. Whether the pelagics in Raja Ampat or the smallest critters in Ambon, the local guides of Jelajahi Laut know where to fulfill your wish list while avoiding the crowds.
Book today to join the modern Jelajahi Laut for your next ultimate dive cruise in Indonesia.
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Included: VAT, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Night Dives, Land Excursions, Naturalist Guide, Stand Up Paddleboard, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels.
Required Extras: Dive Insurance, Travel Insurance, Fuel Surcharge, National Park Fees (250,000-300,000 IDR per day).
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Local Transfers, Alcoholic Beverages, Nitrox (10 USD per day), Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses.
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Jelajahi Laut Reviews
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- 9.5 Exceptional
- Vessel 9.2
- Crew 9.3
- Food 9.9
- Diving 9.8
- Value 9.4
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- 10 Exceptional
- Sam B
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United Kingdom
10/10 - a thoroughly well organised company, enjoyed every second!
It was thoroughly well put together, with 15 staff to attend to the 12 guests. All the way from engineer, to boat decks, kitchen staff, to dive guides - all were exceptional. The boat itself is incredibly comfortable, with plenty of space to chill in-between dives and rooms are well kept. The food was delicious every meal and we certainly didn't go hungry! Eric and Camille run the whole operation incredibly well, and go the extra mile with non-dive activities such as hikes, shexpert talks (shark expert) and a bit of ornithology. The days are packed but that's a good thing, and it's amazing how much you can fit into the week, with a total of 23 dives. Importantly, they genuinely care about the reef, its inhabitants, and the protection of them which is refreshing. Watching fellow divers smash up the coral with their fins actually ruins holidays but they really keep an eye on this. Thoroughly recommend this organisation if you're considering Raja Ampat.
- Recommended for
- Quality of Diving. Organisation and Staff. Food.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Ramon K
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Australia
Wonderful 6 day trip to Komodo
Mikumba was my first liveaboard diving experience, and I could not have asked for anything more on the 6-day trip in Komodo. Every single one of the crew did a fantastic job with a smile. The boat was new and a good size, I booked the standard cabin which was basic but clean, the food was varied and delicious, the group of divers were great, the dive guides were attentive, helpful, and friendly, and cruise directors Eric and Cami worked non-stop both behind the scenes and centre stage to deliver a smooth and fun experience on the boat, in the water, and on the land-based outings. One memorable experience was to witness the presentation of Pocari Sweat on Komodo's "Pride Rock" equivalent to the Circle Of Life. The diving itself was brilliant. It had been a while since my last dive, so the team offered a refresher during the first dive. The crew were always on hand to help with the gear. And under water, the amount of marine life was wonderful, and the encounters ranged from manta rays, turtles and sharks, to a myriad of micro stuff. I wholeheartedly recommend Mikumba. Thank you for a fantastic liveaboard experience!
- Recommended for
- Crew. Mantas. Turtles.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Marin V
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Netherlands
Amazing!
The trip was amazing! Great staff, good food, beautiful dives!
- Recommended for
- Diving, crew, food
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- 10 Exceptional
- Benjamin G
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United States
Come for the mantas, stay for the people
This was my first liveaboard and my first time diving in the region. Don't get me wrong—the tête-à-têtes with mantas, nighttime sleuthing for blue-ringed octopi and rainbow nudibranchs, and surging through currents with ALL the fish—was incredible. 10/10. But what I was truly blown away by was the people powering the Jelajahi Laut, especially the rare mix of top-quality organization, attentiveness, experience, warmth, energy, knowledge-sharing, humor, and family-style experience. I’ve been on numerous guided field trips and led a two-week field course. These guides are so damn good—they are a cut above the rest. Eric and Camille, the two lead guides, were so many things at the same time, some of them you'd think would be at odds. How can someone be entirely dependable yet relentlessly goofy? These two were responsible, communicative, organized, and able to offer critical advice to relative newbies while also engaging divers with hundreds of dives under their belts. When I had issues with my ear, Eric gave me specific pointers that enabled me to completely fix the problem and enjoy the rest of my dives. Camille also went out of her way to check on me and gave me some special medication that made things so much better. These guides consistently went above and beyond to make sure I was OK, and always engaged me and instructed me when I asked for it. Eric is an INCREDIBLE teacher, with funny and helpful analogies and so much positive reinforcing energy. I would do any liveaboard that Eric and Camille are leading, and I cannot imagine this operation with anyone else at the helm. They are an incredible team, and I’m grateful to have met and learned from them. Across the whole crew of 17, I felt safe from the moment I stepped onboard. Super clear briefings. Assistance with preparing and porting equipment and tanks. They really go out of their way to take care of you. And the food—super tasty and super diverse (which I hear is not always the case on dive boats). The guides were extremely responsible and pointed out some of the rare or hard-to-see species (shoutout Hanzo!). That kind of assuredness, through clear and thorough communication, laid the foundation for what ultimately became a super fun and silly group that bonded through group meals, karaoke nights, posing with Komodo dragons, fake drink sponsorship commercials, group birthday parties, and sunset hikes with beautiful views. The schedule was intense—18 dives over 6 days—but the tight ship also allowed for sufficient downtime, and we got into a rhythm. And of course, the places we were diving made it so worth it. Healthy reefs, incredible diversity of fish and invertebrates, and charismatic species from majestic mantas and reef sharks to pygmy seahorses and giant frogfishes. We had a healthy diversity of dives, including 3 night dives, a handful of drift dives, and ~3 manta-focused dives. Even though this place is becoming increasingly frequented by divers and there are more and more boats, I was still BLOWN AWAY by the sea life here. You’ll see plenty of boats during the trip, but apart from 1 or 2 of the dives, our group never ran into other groups underwater. If total remoteness is what you seek, this place is not for you. Also, if you’re into the 5-star luxury experience, other boats will be a better fit. But I was super comfortable—and honestly, I’d even prefer this to some white glove experience. Pretty soon into this trip, we felt like a family. It was a super homey boat with amazing food, excellent service, and a stellar vibe. If you are considering a liveaboard in Komodo—choose this one. You will not regret it. You’ll learn a lot, make new connections, and take in the wonders with amazing people.
- Recommended for
- Eric and Camille. The staff, all the guests (even that tall, skinny guy Thomas), and the whole rapport of the trip. Nudibranches, sharks, mantas, octopuses, reef walls, drift dives, ALL THE AMAZING NATURE.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- marcela A
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Chile
Very good experience on my first dive boat
The 20 Wonderful Dives
- Recommended for
- Wonderful dive sites at Raja Ampat, all the crew friendly and friendly, the food spectacular.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Cameron G
- Australia
Mikumba Magic at its finest
Diving to see Mantas and incredible vareity of sea life. Comaradarie with fellow guests and all staff was amazing.
- Recommended for
- Food, staff and diving experiences
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- 10 Exceptional
- John H
- United Kingdom
Epic Diving
Being looked after 24 hours a day for the whole 15 days. fantastic Remote locations for Diving. Looking forward to my next visit
- Recommended for
- unique Dive locations. The food was amazing and staff were terrific
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- 9.2 Superb
- Alexander M
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Germany
New boat with amazing boat crew
7/8nights Raja Ampat Central/North. The boat is relatively new with an amazing boat crew (very courteous, also up for a chat, playing cards or chess). The common areas are very functional and fit perfectly for resting, dive briefings and eating. The dive deck has a spacious setup. Diving dinghies are in good shape. Dive guides come from Sulawesi and have very good eyes to spot critters. This was my second trip to Raja and I was surprised to see stunning muck sites (which this boat/crew probably tend to cater more than others, out of 23 dives, 5 were night/muck) and lots of special critters (e.g. wonderpus, flamboyant cuttlefish, blue ringed octopus).
- Recommended for
- Relaxed dive timing, courteous crew, beautiful boat
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- 10 Exceptional
- Damen H
- United States
Fantastic Liveaboard with outstanding staff
Incredible coral and sea life, dives were not only beautiful but diverse with a night dive and some exciting current dives. We dove with our children for the first time and the lead dive guide was able to make us all comfortable and safe. The food was very good and plentiful, and the views from our on board room were unforgettable.
- Recommended for
- Dive leader, dives, sea view room
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- 10 Exceptional
- Matilde H
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Denmark
Absolutely magical trip
I had the absolute best experience. The crew and diving instructures were very nice and competent and made every day magical. I can only recommend this boat to anyone interested in experiencing the ultimate liveaboard
- Recommended for
- The staff was absolutely amazing. Other guests were very nice and welcoming. Boat is very cute, food is delicious and the atmosphere very relaxing.
