Kira Kira Liveaboard, Indonesia
9.0 Superb - Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
“Food, beautiful scenery, lively group and friendly staff and crew made a great trip”
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 (3,000,000-4,000,000 IDR per trip).
Optional Extras: Gratuities (150,000-250,000 IDR per 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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Kira Kira Reviews
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- 9.0 Superb
- Vessel 7.6
- Crew 9.4
- Food 9.8
- Diving 9.2
- Value 9.1
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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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- 9.2 Superb
- Jennifer G
- United States
We had a wonderful week of diving, made new friends and gained 5 pounds.
The food on the boat was amazing after almost 3 months in Indonesia the absolute best local food we have had. The open space on the boat was very comfortable with bean bags on the deck and plenty of space in the galley. It was easy to get to your dive gear as everything was spread out well. Our small group felt like family at the end of the trip... and experience we have never gotten on a larger liveaboard. The diving was plentiful and well organized.
- Recommended for
- The food. The diving. The smaller group.
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- 9.2 Superb
- William B
- United States
Fantastic introduction to one of the wonders of the world - Raja Ampat
There were many highlights! Our dives on sites like Magic Mountain, Four Kings, and Blue Magic were probably the greatest of my life. I will never forget the sense of action and energy at these sites as tens of thousands of fish surrounded us, sometimes obscuring our view, sometimes producing a noise like underwater thunder when massed schools (silversides, fusiliers) would react as one to the predatory sallies by trevallies and jacks. Nearly as amazing were the numbers and colors of the sea fans, soft corals, and sponges (especially at the Misool sites). The topside scenery of jagged, rainforest covered, limestone islands was nearly as awesome as the diving, especially when we took sidetrips into the winding channels and shallow lagoons separating some of the islands. It was incredible to wake up in the morning in a sparsely inhabited wild place with the only sound being the dawn chorus of the birds! The Kira Kira itself was nothing fancy - no air conditioned cabins, and no frills. But there were plenty of comfortable bean bags on the shaded upper deck to lie down on while waiting for the next dive - or to sleep on during clear starlight nights. The meals cooked for us by culinary genius Muly were some of the finest I have ever eaten in Indonesia. The 8 guests, 5 crew, and 2 divemasters quickly established an easy rapport as we moved from one amazing site to another. Alex and Claire were wonderful underwater guides, showing us pygmy seahorses, mushroom coral pipefish and other macro wonders, while keeping an eye out on the blue for passing tunas and sharks and always making our safety their highest priority.
- Recommended for
- 1) The friendliness and hard work of the crew, cruise director and divemaster 2) The diving! 3) The incredible homecooked Indonesian meals that we ate!
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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
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- 8.0 Very good
- Caren L
- United States
fabulous diving
I have been diving for many years and did not know I could ever be challenged like this. The waters of Komodo are fast and fierce. The underwater life and terrain are incredible. Every dive was perfection. I am sure my experience was extra great due to Alex and Paul. They are young ,passionate and experts at their professions. The group is small and even with that they catered to each persons abilities. Alex is one of the most interesting dive masters I have ever experienced. He knows everything about every site and is excited and willing to take the time for each of the guests to experience all the underwater treasures. This you don't find often. Kira Kira may not be a luxury boat, although I was there for diving and am sure it was the best diving in all of Komodo. Thank you Paul and Alex
- Recommended for
- Alex the dive master, crew, adventure
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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
- Vanda P
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Portugal
Amazing trip and lovely boat. Excellent crew.
It was an amazing trip. The diving spots are marvelous. Landscape of the place is also breathtaking. The dive guides Yetno and Engel, were always concerned to show us the best places and point us all the fish and amazing creatures underwater. The food on board is amazing. All the crew was very professional and always willing to help us. Can’t wait to come back!!!
- Recommended for
- Dive guides. Diving spots. Food on board.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Maria R
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Australia
Brilliant experience aboard the Kira Kira
What a fantastic dive trip! Everything about it was amazing - from the incredible diving (perfect conditions, insane marine life) to the delicious food (so many options as a vegetarian) and the friendly nature and cultural immersion with the local crew and guides (making me so welcome and comfy as a solo traveller), the trip was easy, relaxing, full of wonder, and so much fun!
- Recommended for
- Incredible diving. Fantastic guides and crew. Awesome land excursions.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Nicolas P
- Australia
Diving in paradise
Thank you so much to the amazing crew on Kira Kira - all the Indonesian crew were amazing - from the captain to the cooks to the dive guide Hans! A once in a life time experience diving with these guys in Komodo national park. They truly strive to make your experience a good one; making sure to dive where there aren't crowds, pointing out the rarest of sea creatures and to find the things you want to see. All whilst cooking amazing authentic Indonesian meals every few hours between dives. They also make time for short trips to the Komodo islands for insane sunsets and a chance to see a Komodo dragon with your own eyes. Honestly the warmth we received from the crew made the experience a forever treasured memory of mine. Hans, our dive guide prioritised safety, each dive briefing explaining the things that would ensure the safest and rewarding dive. He even managed to squeeze in a night dive at our request which was awesome; octopus, cuttle fish, frog fish, and so much more, active and hunting at night. And of course manta ray during our day dives! So magical. I unfortunately lost my GoPro during this trip, and the staff went to all lengths to help me look for it. Even though we didn't find it, I can honestly say that I still loved the trip and felt very much cared for at each step. The rooms were sufficient, complete with an actual hand painted painting hanging on the wall. The cabins had 3 little fans that helped keep you cool at night. Its not fancy but it has all the things to build an incredible, memorable diving trip if you are passionate about diving into the natural abundance that is Komodo National Marine reserve. Don't hesitate to book with these guys - I'm looking forward to hopefully diving again with them, but back to Raja Ampat next time! :) Thank you again crew of Kira Kira! Take care, Elizabeth :)
- Recommended for
- Healthy nature reserve with abundant ocean life. Great, safe dive guide. Yummy authentic Indonesian food.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Christa M
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Canada
A STEP BACK IN TIME, PS I M GOING AGAIN ON SISTERSHIP ACOMO ISSEKE
Manta, sharks, Turtles and the schools and schools of fish
- Recommended for
- Small # of guests. Diving. Food.
