Kira Kira Liveaboard, Indonesia
9.1 Superb - Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
“We had a great journey with kira kiraHelpfull and friendly staff and great dives”
Highlights
Launched in 2014, the 22m sailing Phinisi Kira Kira is a fantastic budget-friendly option for exploring the diverse region of Komodo National Park & Raja Ampat. Hand-crafted over 2 years, the Kira Kira liveaboard was built with stability, comfort, and safety in mind. She can travel up to 1000 nautical miles and is highly economical and environmentally friendly. Kira Kira Indonesia caters to a maximum of 8 passengers in 4 cabins, ensuring a more personalized service on board and perfect for friends, families, or individuals who would like to join others on the trip.
Consisting of 2 twin cabins and 2 double cabins below the main deck, these 4 cabins feature large beds and are naturally ventilated. There are 2 bathrooms on board. The bathroom facilities are shared and equipped with modern appliances and household toilets rather than marine toilets. All cabins have storage space and wardrobes for bags and dive gear and ample room for clothes, personal belongings, laptops, cameras, and gadgets.
For relaxation, guests can choose to lounge on the sun deck or open-air lounge with stunning sunset views, read a book, enjoy a cold beer, or pick up some cooking tips from the onboard chef. Meals will include a selection of freshly cooked Indonesian and Western meals, along with the catch of the day and freshly baked bread and treats throughout the day.
Divers will enjoy Indonesia's stunning diversity, with trips to Komodo National Park to see Manta Rays and Komodo dragons and Raja Ampat, with all the amazing bio-diversity it offers and new dive sites being explored regularly.
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Included: VAT, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Beach BBQ, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Cabin Towels.
Required Extras: National Park Fees (Rp3,000,000-4,900,000 / trip).
Optional Extras: Gratuities (Rp150,000-250,000 / day), Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Rental Gear, Snorkel Gear.
Book now, pay later: You can easily place your booking online. We will then hold the spaces for you and you can confirm with a payment later.
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Cabin Types
Kira Kira Reviews
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- 9.1 Superb
- Vessel 7.8
- Crew 9.4
- Food 9.8
- Diving 9.3
- Value 9.2
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Dirk H
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Australia
fantastic holiday
Basically the whole trip. Excellent diving with so much marine life Loved the shore excursions Food was really good Friendly informal staff and management
- Recommended for
- Friendly and helpful management and staff. Excellent dive guides. Small group.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Helena S
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Germany
Simply perfect dive trip with Kira Kira
Amazing underwater worlds that would be discovered safe and fun. The sunsets, sunrises and stars are just breathtaking, the Kira Kira is a beauty and crew and diveguides create a great atmosphere throughout the trip.
- Recommended for
- The dive guides were amazing, the crew friendly, sweet and helpful, and the boat itself wonderful
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Brian F
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United States
Epic Adventure in Komodo
Kira Kira just was dry docked renovated in May of 2025. Amazing 20 dives in Komodo mix with a few off shore excursions. The food was amazing. Amazing guest and crew, the budget friendly self-selects great people. But be ready for room- temperature showers and no-ac rooms. They do have small fans installed in the rooms. I had issues with mine. I highly recommend if youre seeking adventure without hotel comfort, and want some really good hearty food.
- Recommended for
- The diving. Other adventures. Food.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Tim P
- Australia
An amazing experience for a really good price
This was my first liveaboard trip and one of the best trips I've ever done in my life. The guides and the crew really made it special for me. The atmosphere on the boat is so friendly and welcoming, everyone is really nice and you just feel like you're apart of the family for a week. And of course, the diving in Komodo is absolutely amazing.
- Recommended for
- The diving. The guides and crew. The food.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Tanya N
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India
Amazing experience with Kira Kira
This was my first Liveaboard and it really exceeded my expectations! The diving was absolutely incredible and the dive guides, Engel and Yetno, were some of the best guides I’ve ever had. Also the food onboard was just INCREDIBLE - best food I’ve eaten in Indonesia. The whole vibe on the boat was so lovely and warm and in the end we all were just one big boat family, and it was bittersweet to say goodbye. I would definitely recommend Kira Kira and hope to join them next again for Raja Ampat.
- Recommended for
- Diving. Food. Crew.
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- 10 Exceptional
- ales Z
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Czech Republic
truly great diving-probably my best liveaboard
the best sites-melisa's garden,magic mountain,cape kri,wedding cake probably the best coral diving in the world also good for sharks (black and white tip,grey reef,wobegong) amazing island scenery diving is pretty gentle ( warm water,good visibility,no strong currents,quite shallow)
- Recommended for
- the boat is small, but comfortable enough with small group,very friendly crew,the best coral ever experienced
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Jose N
- Australia
Vibe was high and the diving matched it
The crew were always smiling and eager to help you with your gear, the dive guides were very informative and patient, the cooking crew accommodated for my dietary needs perfectly, connecting with the other like minded guests especially during sunsets was truly memorable, and the dive spots were absolutely incredible! Thanks for the great experience
- Recommended for
- Connecting with the other guests, the crew and the beautiful dive spots
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- 9.2 Superb
- James M
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United Kingdom
Excellently run liveaboard in beautiful Komodo
Food, beautiful scenery, lively group and friendly staff and crew made a great trip
- Recommended for
- Food absolute highlight, boat was immaculately kept and crew were great
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- 10 Exceptional
- Lou T
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Switzerland
Magnificent liveaboard experience with amazing diving - what a wonderful trip
(July 2024) We had a blast, the boat is so pretty because of its traditional phinisi style and we felt very comfortable, also in the cabins (even though there is no air conditioner, the wind at night was cool enough). The sundeck was a good place to chill out. The food was absolutely delicious with a great variety (also vegetarian), it was mostly local dishes. The boat was very clean. There are only two bathrooms with a toilet, sink and shower on the boat and they are shared, but that didn't pose a problem. Admittedly, they didn't smell that nice sometimes (from the plumbing of the shower), but they were cleaned very often. We enjoyed the diving enormously, we saw so many different species (octopus, manta rays, so many nudibranchs and flatworms, cuttlefish, sharks, mantis shrimps, crabs, huge fish swarms, etc...), the reefs were in good condition and teeming with life, and some of the dive sites were spectacular because of the adrenaline factor (strong currents). We felt that the crew was very welcoming and working hard at all times to ensure we had a great time. The dive guides (Savri and Faldy) always knew the sites and conditions very well, it was obvious that they had a lot of experience and were very focused on safety.
- Recommended for
- dive sites, scenery. food and crew. the boat itself (relaxing on the deck).
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- 10 Exceptional
- William V
- United States
A Great Crew, Fantastic Boat, Great Sights, Even Better Price
This is my second liveaboard for scuba diving. I booked through Liveaboard.com several months in advance. The booking process was quite smooth, to a degree (more on that in a moment). When I was looking for liveaboards in Indonesia, I had rough date range, price, and things I wanted to see. The Kira Kira had exactly what I wanted. The photos of the boat are accurate (and it looks even better in person). The itinerary hit all the points. I was all set. There is a document to fill out once your booking is accepted. The main issue that happened was I hadn't been told by the booking agency exactly what time and where to meet the crew! Luckily it was sorted in the end (as I had my phone on roaming and they called me while I was in the taxi in Labuan Bajo), but Liveaboard.com was pretty bad (that should be read as non-existent) at responding to emails leading up to the trip. Let's chat more about the Kira Kira. During times of strong currents and wake from other boats, she was super steady. The designer/builder was truly a craftsman and took great pride in his work. The intricate details will amaze you. The views were stunning! With a speed boat in tow, they can get anywhere around the islands as needed. Your advanced certification will come in handy, as you enter the water from the speed boat, dive in drifts constantly (it's a strong ocean after all), and see some amazing species up close and personal. You won't be disappointed at all. I had zero complaints about the food, except that I wanted them to cook for me after I had left the boat! The chefs have some incredible recipes. With their Indonesian heritage and knowledge of Western cooking, they can create some delectable dishes that will leave you wanting more. Be sure to try the coconut spread. I had to purchase some jars of it to take home because it was that good. The other crew do a fantastic job of ensuring the Kira Kira is operated safely. Paul (the owner) and Alex (the dive master) are great lads and do the very best to take care of you. They know these areas inside and out. Alex goes over the dive in depth before each dive (and be prepared to be impressed at his whiteboard drawing skills). Together, and with the crew, they do an amazing job of scouting out the areas, understanding the currents and weather patterns, and adjusting the dive schedule so that you get the most out of your diving experience. Being flexible with the schedule is a must! Things change, so go with the flow, and you will come away with a great experience, if you catch my drift. Overall, this is a ship, crew, and group who know what they are doing. They are masters at their craft and will make sure you have an amazing liveaboard and diving trip. The cost is super-effective, and don't be fooled into thinking you would be getting a substandard product. You won't. Enjoy the experience, and, as they say, Kira Kira.
- Recommended for
- Food, crew, price
