“Food was varied, healthy and plentiful, very competent staff, the boat is in top shape and our dive guide Idy was always busy show…”
Highlights
Thai, Indonesian and Western cuisine
Year-round cruises to diverse dive sites
Nitrox available on board
The luxurious 28-meter/92-feet-long M/V Mermaid I Indonesia offers 8 spacious cabins featuring individual flatscreen TV & DVD player, climate control, bathrobes, storage, and en-suite bathroom. There is an inviting salon with tv and video on demand and two decks, all with comfortable, stylish seating perfect for relaxing after an adventurous day of scuba diving. Thai, Indonesian and Western cuisine is served in the “Sawasdee Restaurant” as guests enjoy spectacular views from the large windows.
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Mermaid I offers scuba divers the opportunity to dive into Indonesia’s best sites, including Komodo, Raja Ampat, Alor, and Ambon, in style and comfort. The massive dive deck and dive platform provide divers with easy exits and entries to ensure a relaxing dive experience. The professional and friendly staff is also available to assist divers as needed. MV Mermaid I schedules year-round cruises to Indonesia’s most diverse dive sites.
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Boat features
Free Internet
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers
Air Conditioned saloon
Sun Deck
Camera Station
Nearly 1:1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio
Kayaks On-Board
Seaview Cabins
Non-Smoking Rooms
Custom built for diving
Charging stations
Indoor Saloon
Laundry Service
Library
Audio & video entertainment
Observation Deck
BBQ Area
Dedicated Local & International Crew
Separate Rinse for u/w Camera
Outside Showers
Leisure Deck
Daily housekeeping
Food & Drinks
Al Fresco Dining
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Options
Free Soft Drinks
Beer available
Wine Available
Fine Wines Selection
Snacks All Day
Buffet style
Western Food
Local Food
If you have any specific dietary requirements whilst on-board your cruise, you can add this to your special requests on step 2 of the booking form. We advise limiting these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.
Diving
Nitrox available
Shaded Diving Area
DIN Adaptors
Rinse Hoses
Dive deck
Tenders for diving
Languages Spoken
The crew speaks English, French, Spanish, and Indonesian.
Gear Rental
Equipment is available for rent on this boat. Please provide your rental needs on the booking form. If the rental gear is not included in the price, you will need to pay for it on board the boat. Show prices
Drawings & Vessel Layouts
Cabin Types
Boat Specifications
Length
28 meters
Beam
7 meters
Top speed
12 knots
Cruising speed
9.5 knots
Engines
Hino 2 x 450 HP
Max guests
15
Number of cabins
8
Number of bathrooms
10
Tenders
2 x 4.2m / ladders
Water capacity
20'000 liters
Fuel capacity
18'000 liters
Freshwater maker
Yes
Boat navigation and safety
Radar
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
Life Vests
Oxygen
Mermaid I Reviews
9.1 Superb
Vessel
8.7
Crew
9.2
Food
9.6
Diving
9.2
Value
8.6
10 Exceptional
Johannes R
Austria
Epic voyage!
We were taken care of extremely well during our 10 day trip! Food was varied, healthy and plentiful, very competent staff, the boat is in top shape and our dive guide Idy was always busy showing us all the critters of Komodo.
Recommended for
Whale sharks and Mantas. Tiny critters on night dives. Putu and Lyn, the stewards.
9.2 Superb
pavel P
Switzerland
Excellent trip.
Excellent trip. Friendly crew.
Recommended for
Dive cites, crew and diving guides, food
8.4 Very good
Dan B
United States
Very nice boat!
Great trip for small stuff. The boat is in excellent condition
Recommended for
Cabin. Dive guide. Diving.
8.8 Fabulous
Alan P
United Kingdom
Top notch Dive service that caters for all your needs
Manta Rays, nudi's great visibility on most dives. Food on the boat was amazing and catered for everybody
Recommended for
Service on the boat and the best divinig in Raja
10 Exceptional
Fred G
United States
The only way to really dive Raja Ampat
Everything was well done, starting from dive sites and ending on great food provided by the boat crew.
Recommended for
The dive sites, the beauty of Raja Ampat, and the crew.
9.2 Superb
Michael M
Germany
Great trip to a fantastic location with a great crew
This was my first liveaboard experience since 1990 and it was an amazing trip. The level of service by the crew, both for the diving operation and for the overall comfort of the passengers was great. The crew was extraordinarily friendly and helpful, the food was good and plentiful, Cabins were comfortable and clean, dive briefings were very good and helpful (as an instructor I have a certain professional appreciation for this) and the dive operation was great. As an example, the oxygen percentage of the nitrox varied minimally (between 32.1 and 32.5). The dive sites were spectacular, more so in the Missool area than in the north and the amount of wildlife we saw was the best I have ever seen. I would do the trip on the Mermaid again in a heartbeat.
Recommended for
Friendliness of the crew and overall level of service. Dive sites and the amazing dive guides. Accommodations and overall comfort on the boat.
10 Exceptional
jiayi C
China
Awesome
The service was attentive and the dive site was great
Recommended for
Friendly staff, great dive sites, attentive service
Translated from Chinese
8.8 Fabulous
Jessie K
Netherlands
Lovely Stay on the Mermaid I
The nightdives were amazing. Also the experience of diving in the magroves was great!
Recommended for
Diving, food and DIVING :)!
8.8 Fabulous
Yida S
China
Great operation!
Great operation, good sites selections. Joss, the cruise director does a great job keep everything functioning and on schedule. Starlink is a plus. The bathroom smelled a bit, and the wetsuits don't dry easily given small hanging area. Warm towels after every dive is a nice touch.
Recommended for
Cruise Director. Diving and sites. Food.
9.6 Exceptional
Niklas M
Sweden
A great Raja Ampat trip
We've done both Komodo (2019) and Raja Ampat (2025) on the Mermaid I and we've enjoyed both trips very much! Super easy logistics, towels and drinks after each dive (and hot drinks after each night dive!). Long 70 minute dives (60 for night dives) with 4 divers per guide. A plus that they now have Starlink internet also!
Recommended for
The guided diving. The very friendly crew. Good & varied food.
We were taken care of extremely well during our 10 day trip! Food was varied, healthy and plentiful, very competent staff, the boat is in top shape and our dive guide Idy was always busy showing us all the critters of Komodo.
Recommended for
Whale sharks and Mantas. Tiny critters on night dives. Putu and Lyn, the stewards.
9.2 Superb
pavel P
Switzerland
Excellent trip.
Excellent trip. Friendly crew.
Recommended for
Dive cites, crew and diving guides, food
8.4 Very good
Dan B
United States
Very nice boat!
Great trip for small stuff. The boat is in excellent condition
Recommended for
Cabin. Dive guide. Diving.
8.8 Fabulous
Alan P
United Kingdom
Top notch Dive service that caters for all your needs
Manta Rays, nudi's great visibility on most dives. Food on the boat was amazing and catered for everybody
Recommended for
Service on the boat and the best divinig in Raja
10 Exceptional
Fred G
United States
The only way to really dive Raja Ampat
Everything was well done, starting from dive sites and ending on great food provided by the boat crew.
Recommended for
The dive sites, the beauty of Raja Ampat, and the crew.
9.2 Superb
Michael M
Germany
Great trip to a fantastic location with a great crew
This was my first liveaboard experience since 1990 and it was an amazing trip. The level of service by the crew, both for the diving operation and for the overall comfort of the passengers was great. The crew was extraordinarily friendly and helpful, the food was good and plentiful, Cabins were comfortable and clean, dive briefings were very good and helpful (as an instructor I have a certain professional appreciation for this) and the dive operation was great. As an example, the oxygen percentage of the nitrox varied minimally (between 32.1 and 32.5). The dive sites were spectacular, more so in the Missool area than in the north and the amount of wildlife we saw was the best I have ever seen. I would do the trip on the Mermaid again in a heartbeat.
Recommended for
Friendliness of the crew and overall level of service. Dive sites and the amazing dive guides. Accommodations and overall comfort on the boat.
10 Exceptional
jiayi C
China
Awesome
The service was attentive and the dive site was great
Recommended for
Friendly staff, great dive sites, attentive service
Translated from Chinese
8.8 Fabulous
Jessie K
Netherlands
Lovely Stay on the Mermaid I
The nightdives were amazing. Also the experience of diving in the magroves was great!
Recommended for
Diving, food and DIVING :)!
8.8 Fabulous
Yida S
China
Great operation!
Great operation, good sites selections. Joss, the cruise director does a great job keep everything functioning and on schedule. Starlink is a plus. The bathroom smelled a bit, and the wetsuits don't dry easily given small hanging area. Warm towels after every dive is a nice touch.
Recommended for
Cruise Director. Diving and sites. Food.
9.6 Exceptional
Niklas M
Sweden
A great Raja Ampat trip
We've done both Komodo (2019) and Raja Ampat (2025) on the Mermaid I and we've enjoyed both trips very much! Super easy logistics, towels and drinks after each dive (and hot drinks after each night dive!). Long 70 minute dives (60 for night dives) with 4 divers per guide. A plus that they now have Starlink internet also!
Recommended for
The guided diving. The very friendly crew. Good & varied food.
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Cabin info
Lower Deck Cabins
2 single beds (twin)
Aircon with control
Ensuite Bathroom
Max 2 guests
The two Lower Deck cabins are located on the lower deck. Cabins are air-conditioned and have an en suite bathroom, refrigerator, iPad for entertainment, bathrobes, toiletries, and loads of fluffy towels. You can be assured of a fantastic night’s rest on a quality bed with a base, fitted with a minimum 300 thread count bed linens. Note: Same-gender cabin sharing is on a request basis and cannot be guaranteed.
Cabin is selected on the next step in your booking process.Select Itinerary
Cabin info
Deluxe Cabins
1 double or 2 single beds (amendable twin)
Aircon with control
Ensuite Bathroom
Max 2 guests
The four deluxe cabins have either a double bed or twin bed and panoramic sea view windows and a door opening onto the gangway. Cabins are air-conditioned and have an en suite bathroom, mini bar, iPad for entertainment, bathrobes, toiletries, and fluffy towels. You can be assured of a fantastic night’s rest on a quality bed with a minimum 300 thread count bed linens. Note: Same-gender cabin sharing is on a request basis and cannot be guaranteed.
Cabin is selected on the next step in your booking process.Select Itinerary
Cabin info
Single Cabin
1 single bed
Aircon with control
Ensuite Bathroom
Max 1 guest
The single cabin has a single bed and panoramic sea view windows and a door opening on to the gangway. The cabin is air-conditioned and has an en suite bathroom, mini bar, iPad for entertainment, a bathrobe, toiletries, and fluffy towels. You can be assured of a fantastic night’s rest on a quality bed fitted with minimum 300 thread count bed linens.
Cabin is selected on the next step in your booking process.Select Itinerary
Cabin info
Master Cabin
1 double bed
Aircon with control
Ensuite Bathroom
Max 2 guests
The master cabin has a king-size bed and panoramic sea view windows and a door opening on to the gangway. The cabin is air-conditioned and has an en suite bathroom, mini bar, iPad for entertainment, bathrobes, toiletries, and fluffy towels. You can be assured of a fantastic night’s rest on a quality bed with minimum 300 thread count bed linens.
Cabin is selected on the next step in your booking process.Select Itinerary
Gear Rental
Rental Gear Prices
Equipment is available for rent on this boat. Please provide your rental needs on the booking form. If the rental gear is not included in the price, you will need to pay for it on board the boat.
15L tanksIncluded
BCD10 EUR per day
Dive Computer10 EUR per day
Dive LightIncluded
Fins8 EUR per day
Full Equipment (with: BCD, Fins, Mask, Regulator, Snorkel Gear, Wetsuit)30 EUR per day
Mask8 EUR per day
Nitrox tank6 EUR per tank
Regulator10 EUR per day
SMBIncluded
Snorkel Gear8 EUR per day
U/W photo camera rental30 EUR
Wetsuit10 EUR per day
Please provide your rental needs on the booking form.
Boat features
Free Internet
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers
Air Conditioned saloon
Sun Deck
Camera Station
Nearly 1:1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio
Kayaks On-Board
Seaview Cabins
Non-Smoking Rooms
Custom built for diving
Charging stations
Indoor Saloon
Laundry Service
Library
Audio & video entertainment
Observation Deck
BBQ Area
Dedicated Local & International Crew
Separate Rinse for u/w Camera
Outside Showers
Leisure Deck
Daily housekeeping
Food & Drinks
Al Fresco Dining
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Options
Free Soft Drinks
Beer available
Wine Available
Fine Wines Selection
Snacks All Day
Buffet style
Western Food
Local Food
If you have any specific dietary requirements whilst on-board your cruise, you can add this to your special requests on step 2 of the booking form. We advise limiting these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.
Diving
Nitrox available
Shaded Diving Area
DIN Adaptors
Rinse Hoses
Dive deck
Tenders for diving
Languages Spoken
The crew speaks English, French, Spanish, and Indonesian.
Boat Specifications
Length
28 meters
Beam
7 meters
Top speed
12 knots
Cruising speed
9.5 knots
Engines
Hino 2 x 450 HP
Max guests
15
Number of cabins
8
Number of bathrooms
10
Tenders
2 x 4.2m / ladders
Water capacity
20'000 liters
Fuel capacity
18'000 liters
Freshwater maker
Yes
Boat navigation and safety
Radar
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
Life Vests
Oxygen
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